Freight features simple gameplay mechanics that are easy for beginners but challenging as players progress through levels of increasingly difficult challenges. The game is designed around puzzle-solving elements where you need to navigate your character from one location or area in the world map (often a virtual city) into another. The players goal remains clear: they must move their vehicle safely and efficiently, avoiding obstacles along every step while completing missions that require them to make strategic decisions.
Players usually choose different routes for each level based on what works best with current terrain conditions as well as personal preferences such as the number of vehicles in a convoy or how many characters are involved. The game offers various levels ranging from simple one-way streets and single-player modes, all designed around increasing difficulty over time to keep players engaged.