Middle Mile
Middle Mile is the movement of goods between facilities, such as from a port or DC to a fulfillment center, before final delivery.
Why it matters for ecommerce brands
Includes inventory transfers between warehouses in a distributed network, usually by LTL or truckload.
Common questions
- What is the difference between middle mile and last mile?
- Middle mile moves inventory in bulk between facilities, such as from a port or DC to a fulfillment center, usually by truckload or LTL. Last mile delivers individual orders from the final facility or carrier hub to the customer.
Cite this entry
"Middle Mile." Fulfillment Lexicon, last reviewed October 16, 2026. https://fulfillment.wiki/glossary/middle-mile/