Forward Air Corporation Annual report [Section 13 and 15(d), not S-K Item 405]

Employee Benefit Plan (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Employee Benefit Plan (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Defined contribution plan, employer match percentage	25.00%
Defined contribution plan, maximum employee contribution matched by employer	6.00%
Employer contribution	$ 4,524	$ 2,001	$ 1,952