LTL Houston to Atlanta
$248 per pallet on Houston to Atlanta, 3-day transit, all-inclusive. That is 2% below the cheapest traditional carrier on this lane ($255). 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: Houston to Atlanta
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $248 | 3 days | Lowest |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $255 | 2 days | +$6 |
| DAYLIGHT TRANSPORT | $256 | 2 days | +$7 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $287 | 4 days | +$39 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $300 | 2 days | +$51 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT PRIORITY | $306 | 2 days | +$58 |
| Forward Air | $347 | 2 days | +$98 |
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Houston (77002) → Atlanta (30303)
$$395–$696+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Houston to Atlantalane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | FedEx Freight Economy | SAIA | FedEx Freight Priority | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 28.5% | 25.7% | 28.5% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $195 | $139 | $195 | $125–$195 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $195 | $131 | $195 | $110–$195 | $0 |
| Limited access | $205 | $145 | $205 | $110–$205 | $0 |
| Appointment | $40 est. | $30 est. | $40 est. | $25–$40 | $0 |
| Notification | $61 | $53 | $61 | $25–$61 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $696+ | $498+ | $696+ | $395–$696+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. FedEx Freight Surcharge Quicksheet 2025. Eniture LTL Fee Comparison. SAIA Rules & Special Charges. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Houston to Atlanta
How Warp routes the Houston to Atlanta lane
LTL freight from Houston to Atlanta
Houston to Atlanta is served by 12 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $255 to $347 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 4 days.
Warp prices this lane at $248 per pallet with 3-day transit through the Houston cross-dock facility. 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. Atlanta is the distribution capital of the Southeast.
I-75, I-85, I-20, and I-285 converge here, and the metro houses distribution centers for dozens of national retailers, food chains, and consumer goods companies.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Houston to Atlanta?
LTL shipping from Houston to Atlanta starts at $248 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $255 to $347 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 Houston to Atlanta?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Houston to Atlanta lane, the rate is $248 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 Houston to Atlanta lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Houston to Atlanta, including scan events at the Houston 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 Houston to Atlanta?
Warp LTL transit from Houston to Atlanta is 3 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 4 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Houston and Atlanta cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Houston to Atlanta corridor?
Freight on the Houston to Atlanta lane routes through the Houston cross-dock near the origin and the Atlanta cross-dock near the destination. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas manufacturing, industrial distribution, and regional 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 Houston to Atlanta?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Houston to Atlanta in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $248 with 12 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 Houston to Atlanta?
On this lane, Warp is 2% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $248 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Houston to Atlanta range from $255 to $347 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Houston to Atlanta lane?
Every carrier on the Houston to Atlanta lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Houston 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