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Track ArcBest Shipments
ArcBest Tracking
Enter your ArcBest tracking number for live shipment status, real-time updates and delivery progress.
ArcBest tracking
Enter your tracking number
Get live shipment status and real-time tracking updates.
How to Track Your ArcBest Shipment
Three quick steps - free, no login required.
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Find your PRO number
Check the SMS, email, or order page from your seller or courier. ArcBest formats accepted here include Track91 accepts 7-11 numeric digits, or 7-15 letters/digits with at least one digit.
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Enter it above
Type or paste the PRO number into the search box at the top of this page and hit track.
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Get live shipment status
Track real-time shipment updates, recorded events and delivery estimates supplied by the carrier. Check the event timestamps; results may be cached between updates.
North American Freight & LTL Logistics
ArcBest & ABF Freight Tracking: Real-Time Shipment Status
ArcBest (NASDAQ: ARCB) and its flagship motor carrier ABF Freight operate one of North America's most reliable Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and integrated supply chain networks, delivering nationwide freight solutions with pinpoint visibility.
ArcBest offers managed logistics and asset-based LTL through ABF Freight alongside other transport options. Its official site keeps shipment tracking, pickup scheduling and quotes as separate tools. A PRO tracks an existing freight record, while a pickup or quote request does not itself confirm physical collection. Check the purchased service and lane-specific estimate before treating time-critical service wording as a guarantee for ordinary LTL. Sources: ArcBest services and freight tools; ArcBest official shipment tracker.
ArcBest Logistics & Freight Services
Comprehensive LTL, truckload, expedite, and managed transportation across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Time-Critical & Expedited
Guaranteed delivery windows, dedicated equipment, and round-the-clock priority handling for urgent industrial and retail freight.
Truckload & Intermodal
Dry van, flatbed, temperature-controlled, and rail intermodal capacity for high-volume domestic and cross-border shipping.
Managed Logistics
End-to-end supply chain management, carrier procurement, warehousing, and customized logistics optimization.
ArcBest & ABF Tracking Number Format
ArcBest and ABF Freight shipments are tracked primarily through PRO numbers and reference identifiers.
Standard PRO Number
A unique 9-digit numerical tracking code assigned to LTL freight shipments and individual pallets.
123456789 / 012345678
BOL / Customer Reference
Bill of Lading numbers, purchase order (PO) references, and quote identifiers associated with managed shipments.
PO-12345678
Estimated Transit Times
Standard freight delivery speeds across North American lanes:
Regional
LTL
Lane-specific estimate
Intra-regional shipments between adjacent service centers.
Inter-Regional
/ Coast-to-Coast
Lane-specific estimate
Long-haul freight moving through regional distribution hubs.
Time-Critical
Guaranteed Delivery
Expedited service with appointment-specific delivery windows.
ArcBest Shipment Status Meanings
Understand what your ArcBest tracking checkpoints indicate:
Picked Up
The freight has been collected from the shipper and brought to the origin ABF service center.
Transit Complete / In Transit
The consignment is moving through network relay points or has completed long-haul transit to the destination terminal.
At Destination Service Center / Needs Appointment
The shipment has arrived at the destination terminal. If delivery requires prior appointment scheduling, contact the service center.
Out For Delivery / Delivered
The freight is on a local city truck for final delivery, or has been successfully delivered and signed for.
Understanding these updates
Track91 provides live shipment status and real-time tracking updates through its carrier integrations. Results may be cached between updates, so check the carrier event timestamps when comparing progress. Track91 is independent of ArcBest. For delivery instructions or help with a missing parcel, use the carrier's official support.
- Tracking number or order ID?
- Tracking not updating: checks and next steps
- Delivery attempts, missing deliveries and returns
Official references
ArcBest Customer Care
For delivery issues, keep your tracking number handy and contact ArcBest directly. For order-related questions, contact the seller or marketplace you purchased from first.
ArcBest Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Help with ArcBest tracking, delays and deliveries. Select a question to read the answer.
Is an ArcBest quote or pickup request proof that my freight was collected?
No. ArcBest provides separate quote, pickup and shipment-tracking tools. Look for a physical pickup checkpoint against the freight record and use the reference issued for the shipment. The existence of a request alone does not establish carrier custody.
How do I track my ArcBest or ABF Freight shipment?
Enter your supported PRO or shipment reference in the tracking box above and click Track. Track91 retrieves live transit updates, service center arrival scans, appointment requirements, and estimated delivery dates directly from ArcBest.
What does an ArcBest / ABF PRO number look like?
An ArcBest PRO number typically consists of 9 numerical digits, such as 123456789 or 012345678. It is printed on your Bill of Lading (BOL), shipping receipt, or order confirmation email.
What is the relationship between ArcBest and ABF Freight?
ABF Freight is the premier less-than-truckload (LTL) motor carrier operating as the largest subsidiary of ArcBest Corporation. ArcBest provides comprehensive integrated logistics including LTL, truckload, expedite, and managed supply chain solutions.
How long does ArcBest LTL freight delivery take?
LTL timing depends on the origin, destination, service and any appointment. Use the quoted lane estimate; guaranteed or time-critical delivery is a separate booking choice and not a universal promise for standard freight.
What does "Needs an appointment prior to delivery" mean?
This status indicates your freight has arrived at the destination ABF service center and requires a delivery appointment before dispatch. You can call the destination service center number shown in the tracking summary to schedule a delivery window.
Why is my ArcBest tracking status not updating?
LTL shipments update at major milestone checkpoints such as pickup, intermediate sortation hubs, destination service centers, and out-for-delivery scans. In long-haul transit between hubs, a new public milestone may not appear until the next handling stage.
Can I track an ArcBest shipment without a PRO number?
ArcBest may associate customer references, PO or BOL identifiers with a record. Track91 accepts the configured reference formats; if a reference is rejected or returns no shipment, ask the shipper for the PRO or use the official ArcBest tool.
Is Track91 affiliated with ArcBest or ABF Freight?
No. Track91 is an independent parcel and freight tracking service. We provide real-time shipment visibility and status monitoring for ArcBest and hundreds of carriers worldwide without requiring an account.