LTL Dallas to Houston
$256 per pallet on Dallas to Houston, 2-day transit, all-inclusive. 15 traditional carriers run this lane (cheapest $162). No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential delivery fee.
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LTL rates: Dallas to Houston
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 20, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $256All in, surcharge free | 2 days | |
| SOUTHWESTERN MOTOR TRANSPORT INC | $162 | 1 day | -$94 |
| Vocar Transportation | $166 | 1 day | -$90 |
| DUGAN TRUCK LINE LLC | $191 | 1 day | -$65 |
| DAYLIGHT TRANSPORT | $196 | 1 day | -$60 |
| CCFS | $222 | 1 day | -$34 |
| XPO Logistics | $237 | 1 day | -$19 |
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Dallas (75201) → Houston (77002)
Warp's $256 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 ↓$395–$713+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Dallas to Houston lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | Southwestern Motor | Daylight Transport | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 26% | 26% | 26.0–27.0% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $125 est. | $125 est. | $125–$180 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $110 est. | $110 est. | $110–$180 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $25 est. | $25 est. | $25–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $25 est. | $25 est. | $25–$26 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $395+ | $395+ | $395–$713+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026). Charges marked "est." are industry estimates where carrier tariff is not publicly published. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Dallas to Houston
How Warp routes the Dallas to Houston lane
LTL freight from Dallas to Houston
Dallas to Houston is served by 15 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $162 to $237 per pallet with transit times of 1 to 2 days.
Warp prices this lane at $256 per pallet with 2-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. 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.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Dallas to Houston
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Houston over 238 miles emits approximately 15 kg CO2e via Warp cross-dock LTL — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van on the linehaul leg.
The same truck fully loaded emits about 383 kg CO2e on this corridor, which is what a dedicated FTL move would cost at the same mileage regardless of how many pallets ride.
Figures use EPA SmartWay emission factors and cover tank-to-wheel fuel combustion at typical payload. For a recurring program at 100 pallets per year on this lane, the attributed LTL emissions are approximately 2 metric tons CO2e.
These numbers are suitable for Scope 3 Category 4 estimation under the GHG Protocol; see the Warp carbon methodology page for assumptions, sources, and what is excluded (pickup and delivery legs, empty-mile variance, well-to-tank upstream fuel, vehicle embodied emissions).
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Dallas to Houston?
LTL shipping from Dallas to Houston starts at $256 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $162 to $237 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 Dallas to Houston?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Dallas to Houston lane, the rate is $256 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 Houston lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Dallas to Houston, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston cross-docks. Transit on this lane is 2 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 Houston?
Warp LTL transit from Dallas to Houston is 2 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 1 day to 2 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Dallas to Houston corridor?
Freight on the Dallas to Houston lane routes through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock near the origin and the Houston 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 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 Dallas to Houston?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Dallas to Houston in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $256 with 15 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 Houston?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $256 per pallet on Dallas to Houston includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $162 to $237 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 2 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Dallas to Houston lane?
Every carrier on the Dallas to Houston 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.
What is the carbon footprint of shipping one LTL pallet from Dallas to Houston?
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Houston via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 15 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 238-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 383 kg CO2e regardless of how many pallets are on the truck. Figures use EPA SmartWay emission factors and are suitable for GHG Protocol Scope 3 Category 4 estimation.
See the Warp carbon methodology page for sources, assumptions, and what is excluded (pickup and delivery legs, empty-mile variance, well-to-tank upstream fuel, vehicle embodied emissions).
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