Stop-off accessorial explained
An added stop beyond the main pickup and delivery.
Written and reviewed by LaneMath Editorial Team, with carrier workflow review from Dale Morrow where practical dispatch, paperwork, or lane-planning context is involved. Updated 2026-06-04. LaneMath pages use public references, example-only math, and conservative editorial review.
Carrier context
A stop-off changes the work plan because the truck is serving another location, not merely driving the original route.
When it applies
- A broker adds a pickup or delivery stop beyond the original one-pick, one-drop plan.
- The extra stop adds check-in time, dock time, mileage, paperwork, or receiver-specific rules.
- The event is tied to the load and is outside the basic linehaul move.
- The broker, shipper, or receiver instructions create extra time, labor, mileage, or out-of-pocket cost.
- The rate confirmation or written approval gives a path for requesting the charge.
What to check on the rate confirmation
- Stop count, stop sequence, stop pay, miles between stops, and whether each appointment has separate delay terms.
- Whether stop-off pay includes driver assist, pallet handling, or only the additional facility visit.
- Whether the charge is already included in the all-in rate.
- Free time, approval process, dollar amount, and documentation requirements.
- Who must approve the charge and whether a revised confirmation is required.
Common documentation
- Pickup or delivery paperwork for each stop, arrival/departure times, and revised dispatch instructions.
- Messages showing when the extra stop was added and who approved it.
- Arrival and departure times when time is part of the request.
- Receipts, signed paperwork, gate records, emails, or text approvals.
- POD, BOL, revised confirmation, and invoice notes.
Negotiation notes
- Price the stop before accepting the added location.
- Ask whether the stop changes delivery appointment risk or creates a layover exposure.
- Ask before the cost is incurred when possible.
- Keep the request factual and tied to written load terms.
- Do not assume approval from a phone conversation; request written confirmation.
Example wording
Please confirm the added stop, stop sequence, stop-off pay, and whether any new appointment or accessorial term should be revised in writing.
References and methodology
- Accessorial documentation editorial methodology - LaneMath Editorial Desk. Used here for: Detention, lumper, layover, TONU, revised confirmation, and post-delivery document workflow examples.Used for documentation workflows and example scenarios, not for legal claims about collectability. Last checked 2026-06-29.
- Rate confirmation educational reference - LaneMath Editorial Desk. Used here for: Educational discussion of rate confirmation review, revised confirmations, written approval, and document connections.Used for document literacy. It is not legal advice and does not replace professional review. Last checked 2026-06-29.