LTL Dallas to Birmingham
$304 per pallet on Dallas to Birmingham, 3-day transit, all-inclusive. 11 traditional carriers run this lane (cheapest $266). 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: Dallas to Birmingham
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $304 | 3 days | |
| XPO Logistics | $266 | 2 days | -$38 |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $313 | 2 days | +$9 |
| AVERITT EXPRESS INC | $342 | 2 days | +$38 |
| RL Carriers | $347 | 2 days | +$43 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $351 | 2 days | +$47 |
| Forward Air | $359 | 3 days | +$55 |
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Dallas (75201) → Birmingham (35203)
Warp's $304 rate is the invoice. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential delivery charge. The carriers above quote a base rate, then add 6 to 8 surcharges after delivery.
See what they charge ↓$$400–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Dallas to Birminghamlane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | R+L Carriers | SAIA | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 26.5% | 25.7% | 25.7–27.0% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $225 | $166 | $125–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $225 | $157 | $110–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $225 | $174 | $110–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $0 | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $100 | $64 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $775+ | $561+ | $400–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026), SAIA 170-D Rules Tariff (eff. Oct 1, 2025). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Dallas to Birmingham
How Warp routes the Dallas to Birmingham lane
LTL freight from Dallas to Birmingham
Dallas to Birmingham is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $266 to $359 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 3 days.
Warp prices this lane at $304 per pallet with 3-day transit through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock facility. Dallas sits at the junction of I-35, I-20, I-30, and I-635, which makes it one of the most carrier-dense freight markets in the country.
That density is a double-edged sword for local LTL shippers. Birmingham is Alabama's primary freight hub and sits at the convergence of I-20, I-59, I-65, and I-459, connecting the metro to Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, and the Gulf Coast.
Local ltl Birmingham freight is driven by a few key industries: steel and metals distribution from the legacy industrial base in Bessemer and Fairfield; food and beverage distribution for a rapidly growing restaurant and grocery market; healthcare supply for the UAB and Ascension St.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Dallas to Birmingham?
LTL shipping from Dallas to Birmingham starts at $304 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $266 to $359 before surcharges. Warp includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery in every rate.
Enter your shipment details on the Warp platform and get an instant rate in seconds.
How does Warp price LTL freight from Dallas to Birmingham?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Dallas to Birmingham lane, the rate is $304 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 Dallas to Birmingham lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Dallas to Birmingham, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta 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 Dallas to Birmingham?
Warp LTL transit from Dallas to Birmingham is 3 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 3 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Dallas to Birmingham corridor?
Freight on the Dallas to Birmingham lane routes through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock near the origin and the Atlanta cross-dock near the destination.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas-wide retail distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing delivery. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast retail replenishment, food distribution, and regional store delivery.
This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Dallas to Birmingham?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Dallas to Birmingham in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $304 with 11 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 Dallas to Birmingham?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $304 per pallet on Dallas to Birmingham includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $266 to $359 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 3 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Dallas to Birmingham lane?
Every carrier on the Dallas to Birmingham lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Dallas-Fort Worth 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.
Additional cargo insurance up to $1,000,000 per shipment is available through Falvey ($0 deductible on LTL under $10K, 0.30% 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