Detention & Demurrage Calculator

Calculate waiting time fees and container holding charges instantly. No account needed.

Detention Fee

$112.50

Fees apply — see breakdown below

Quick Presets

Arrival Time

Free Time Starts

Free Time Duration (hours)

Departure Time

Hourly Rate ($/hr)

Max Daily Cap (optional)

Timeline

Free

Billable

8:00 AM

Arrival

10:00 AM

Billable starts

11:30 AM

Departure

Free time

Billable time

Fee Breakdown

Total time on site3h 30m

Free time− 2h

Billable time1h 30m

Hourly rate$75.00/hr

Raw fee (1.50 hrs × $75.00)$112.50

Total Fee$112.50

Add to Invoice

DETENTION CHARGE
Date: 9/5/2026
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 11:30
Free Time: 2h starting 08:00
Billable Time: 1.50 hours
Rate: $75.00/hr
DETENTION FEE: $112.50

What is Detention?

Detention is a fee charged when a truck driver spends more time at a shipper or receiver than the agreed-upon free time. Standard free time is typically 2 hours — after that, carriers bill by the hour.

Detention rates typically range from $50–$100/hr, and many carriers cap daily detention at $500–$750. Always confirm free time and rates in your rate confirmation before dispatch.