LTL Chicago to Houston
$265 per pallet on Chicago to Houston, 3-day transit, all-inclusive. That is 26% below the cheapest traditional carrier on this lane ($356). No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential delivery fee.
All-inclusive per-pallet pricing · 99.2% damage-free · Live GPS tracking · $100K carrier liability · Up to $1M coverage
LTL rates: Chicago to Houston
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $265 | 3 days | Lowest |
| DAYLIGHT TRANSPORT | $356 | 2 days | +$91 |
| Ward Trucking | $358 | 4 days | +$93 |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $379 | 2 days | +$114 |
| Forward Air | $424 | 3 days | +$159 |
| CCFS | $441 | 5 days | +$176 |
| STG LTL formerly Frontline Freight | $456 | 9 days | +$191 |
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Chicago (60601) → Houston (77002)
$$395–$425+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Chicago to Houstonlane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | Daylight Transport | Ward Trucking | AAA Cooper | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26% | 26% | 26% | 26.0% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $125 est. | $125 est. | $125 est. | $125 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110–$125 | $0 |
| Limited access | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110–$125 | $0 |
| Appointment | $25 est. | $25 est. | $25 est. | $25 | $0 |
| Notification | $25 est. | $25 est. | $30 est. | $25–$30 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $395+ | $395+ | $400+ | $395–$425+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. AAA Cooper Rules Tariff (amounts not publicly itemized). Charges marked "est." are industry estimates where carrier tariff is not publicly published. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Chicago to Houston
How Warp routes the Chicago to Houston lane
LTL freight from Chicago to Houston
Chicago to Houston is served by 17 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $356 to $456 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 9 days.
Warp prices this lane at $265 per pallet with 3-day transit through the Chicago cross-dock facility. Chicago is the largest inland freight hub in North America.
Seven Class I railroads terminate here, and the highway grid funnels I-80, I-90, I-94, I-55, and I-290 into a dense urban core with some of the most complex dock access conditions in the country.
Houston is the largest city in Texas and the energy capital of the country, which shapes its local LTL market in ways unlike any other major metro.
Energy sector logistics, including oilfield equipment, chemical supply, and industrial components, run alongside a massive consumer goods and retail distribution base.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Chicago to Houston?
LTL shipping from Chicago to Houston starts at $265 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $356 to $456 before surcharges. Warp includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery in every rate.
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How does Warp price LTL freight from Chicago to Houston?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Chicago to Houston lane, the rate is $265 per pallet for a standard 500 lb pallet. The rate is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
No NMFC codes and no density calculators needed.
What visibility does Warp provide on the Chicago to Houston lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Chicago to Houston, including scan events at the Chicago and Houston cross-docks. Transit on this lane is 3 days through 2 cross-dock facilities instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
The Warp driver app delivers proof of delivery photos with electronic signatures on every load. Orbit monitors each shipment in real time, flagging delays before you need to call.
How long does LTL shipping take from Chicago to Houston?
Warp LTL transit from Chicago to Houston is 3 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 9 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Chicago and Houston cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Chicago to Houston corridor?
Freight on the Chicago to Houston lane routes through the Chicago cross-dock near the origin and the Houston cross-dock near the destination.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Midwest and Northeast store deliveries, vendor consolidation, and manufacturing distribution. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas manufacturing, industrial distribution, and regional delivery.
This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Chicago to Houston?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Chicago to Houston in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $265 with 17 carriers available for comparison. No callbacks, no waiting for a rep, and no email quotes.
The quote is the invoice with no post-shipment surcharges.
Is Warp cheaper than traditional LTL carriers from Chicago to Houston?
On this lane, Warp is 26% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $265 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Chicago to Houston range from $356 to $456 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Chicago to Houston lane?
Every carrier on the Chicago to Houston lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Chicago cross-dock with scan-level tracking at every handoff, reducing damage risk. Carriers carry Carmack Amendment liability up to $100,000 per shipment. Warp maintains a $75,000 FMCSA surety bond. 30% of declared value).
Warp files, processes, and resolves claims for you.
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All-inclusive per-pallet pricing · 99.2% damage-free · Live GPS tracking · $100K carrier liability · Up to $1M coverage