Do I need an appointment for inbound freight at Amazon TPA2?

Yes, an inbound appointment is strictly required for palletized freight (LTL/FTL) at Amazon TPA2. All deliveries must be scheduled in advance through Amazon Carrier Central.

What are the receiving hours for Amazon TPA2?

Receiving docks at TPA2 operate on a schedule of 24/7 Receiving (Confirmed Carrier Central Appointment Required). Inbound deliveries must arrive within their confirmed Carrier Central appointment slot.

What pallet and dock requirements apply at TPA2?

Standard 48" x 40" GMA 4-way pallets, max 72" height (single), max 1,500 lbs. Mandatory PPE (high-visibility vest & steel-toe boots) on dock.

Can FBA sellers ship directly to TPA2 without Seller Central?

No. You cannot manually route shipments directly to TPA2. Amazon assigns receiving fulfillment centers automatically through Seller Central inventory placement based on regional demand and catalog dimensions.

TPA2 Amazon Address & FBA Receiving Info

TPA2 Amazon Fulfillment Center – Lakeland, FL 33811 (2026 Complete Guide)

Warehouse code: TPA2
Facility type: Bulk e-commerce fulfillment center
Full address: 1760 County Line Road, Lakeland, FL 33811, United States
Scale: 1,016,080 square feet
Operating hours: 24/7
Location: Polk County, I-4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando

Note: This guide summarizes common practices and experiences for TPA2. For any shipment, Amazon's current Seller Central and Carrier Central documentation always takes priority.

1. Why TPA2 matters in Amazon's network (2026 snapshot)

TPA2 is Amazon's ~1 million square foot bulk e-commerce fulfillment center in Lakeland, Florida—positioned less than 1 mile from Interstate 4 in the heart of the I-4 corridor connecting Tampa and Orlando, Florida's two largest metro areas.

The "TPA" code references Tampa International Airport. TPA2 is part of Amazon's Central Florida cluster:

TPA1 (Ruskin, FL, 1.1M sqft) — Tampa-area FC
MCO1 (Orlando, FL, 2.4M sqft) — Orlando robotics FC
I-4 – the critical Tampa–Orlando–Daytona corridor
I-75 – accessible 20 miles west, north-south corridor
Lakeland Linder International Airport – regional air
CSX / Norfolk Southern rail – Lakeland is a historic rail town
Central Florida location — one-day ground delivery to 90%+ of Florida

Lakeland and Polk County have become a logistics hotspot due to lower costs than Tampa or Orlando while sitting exactly between both metros (35 mi to each).

2. Core questions from FBA sellers & truck drivers

2.1 Do I need an appointment?

Yes—appointments required via Amazon Carrier Central. Book 7–14 days ahead, 2–3 weeks in Q4.

2.2 What is a "bulk e-commerce" FC?

TPA2 handles larger and bulkier items. If you sell oversized products through FBA, inventory may be routed to bulk facilities like TPA2.

2.3 What pallet and packaging rules apply?

Standard FBA: 48"x40" GMA pallets, max 72" height, max 1,500 lbs. Florida's subtropical climate requires moisture and heat protection year-round. Hurricane season (June–November) may affect operations.

3. Traffic, routing and parking tips

Approach: From I-4, take Exit 38 (County Line Road) and head south. The facility is at 1760 County Line Road, less than 1 mile from the interstate.

Traffic note: I-4 is consistently ranked among the most dangerous highways in the US. Heavy truck traffic between Tampa and Orlando. Avoid morning/evening rush hours.

Truck stops:

Truck Stop	Location	Features
Pilot Travel Center	I-4, Lakeland	Full services, overnight, showers
Love's Travel Stop	I-4 corridor	Diesel, parking, 24-hour
TA Travel Center	I-75/I-4 junction area	Full services

Hotels: Hampton Inn Lakeland (~5 mi), Holiday Inn Express Lakeland (~5 mi)

4. Nearby Amazon facilities

TPA1 (Ruskin, FL, 1.1M sqft), MCO1 (Orlando, FL, 2.4M sqft), JAX2 (Jacksonville, FL, 2.3M sqft), MIA1 (Miami, FL)

5. Quick FAQ

Q1: TPA2 is 1,016,080 sqft handling bulk/oversized e-commerce items.
Q2: Less than 1 mile from I-4 — the Tampa–Orlando corridor.
Q3: Lakeland sits equidistant between Tampa and Orlando (35 mi each).
Q4: Part of Amazon's Central Florida cluster (TPA1, MCO1, JAX2).
Q5: Appointments required via Carrier Central.

Last updated: March 14, 2026

TPA2 — Amazon Fulfillment Center TPA2