Auburn Service Center in Washington
The team, facility, and strategic connection point that speeds products to and from Alaska.
Auburn Service Center Operations
Address:
3815 W Valley Highway N
Auburn, WA 98001
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 878
Auburn, WA 98071
Phone:
253-395-7726
Fax: 253-395-7986
Toll-Free: 1-800-257-7726
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Pickup Hours:
Mon, Tue, Thu: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wed, Fri: By appointment
Receiving Hours and Appointment Requirements
Mon, Tue, Thu: 4:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wed, Fri: Ingate by noon, closes 1:00 p.m.
(8+ pallets, deck/floor loaded shipments and flatbed loads > 20K lbs. require appointment at 253-886-5178 or AuburnDispatch@spanalaska.com)
Chill and Freeze shipments accepted until 11:00 a.m. on Wed/Fri
Kodiak Chill Shipments:
Accepted Mon & Tue 4:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday sailing cutoff: Tuesday by close of business
Call 253-886-5178 for schedule
Dock Doors:
93
Facility Size:
43,000 square feet
Property:
Approximately 15 acres
Your Link to Alaska’s Most Reliable Delivery Network
Shipping to Alaska can be complex, which is why Span Alaska’s Auburn Consolidation Center is designed to make the process more predictable. This secure, staffed, and strategically located facility near the Port of Tacoma and SeaTac Airport is the starting point for our Destination Direct™ model.
From here, your goods are loaded once, then travel directly to one of our Alaska Service Centers without being rehandled along the way. That means less time in transit, fewer delays, and a better chance your shipment arrives when and how it should. Our Auburn team works closely with our in-house logistics group and our Midwest consolidation point in Chicago to connect mainland U.S. markets to communities all over Alaska—from major metros to hard-to-reach villages.
Ready to Solve Your Alaska Shipping Challenges?
Auburn Facility Capabilities
How Auburn connects U.S. markets to every corner of Alaska
First-to-Last-Mile Service
Span Alaska routes your shipments from origin through delivery with hands-on support and single-source billing. Especially for East Coast moves, this means smoother handoffs, fewer delays, and improved transparency.
Destination Direct™ Service
Products are loaded once in Auburn and sent directly—untouched—to their final Alaska Service Center. This keeps goods on track and speeds delivery.
Flexible Transport Options
Depending on your needs, shipments can move by ocean vessel, barge, highway, or air. Our team manages the details so you can count on reliable delivery, regardless of route.
Covered Flatbed Operation
Oversized and heavy shipments get the attention they require, with trained personnel and the proper equipment to ensure safe, efficient handling.
Temperature-Controlled Equipment
Chill and Freeze service is supported here with pre-chilled, powered containers to protect food, beverage, and medical shipments.
Receiving Hours Advantage
Early morning receiving, beginning at 4:00 a.m., gives customers more flexibility and helps keep shipments on schedule.
Meet the Auburn Team
Shipping to Alaska can be complicated. Our Auburn team makes it simple. These experienced professionals have decades of combined service and know how to keep shipments moving without surprises. Whether you’re coordinating a one-off shipment or planning for a long-term schedule, this team delivers hands-on support, dependable communication, and the kind of local knowledge that only comes from years of experience
Your Shipping Experts for Alaska-Bound Goods
Whether you’re shipping daily or just getting started, the Auburn team is ready to help you get your products moving. Tap into our experience and simplify your connection to Alaska.