LTL Los Angeles to Austin
$381 per pallet on Los Angeles to Austin, 4-day transit, all-inclusive. That is 3% below the cheapest traditional carrier on this lane ($395). 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: Los Angeles to Austin
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $381 | 4 days | Lowest |
| Mountain Valley Express | $395 | 5 days | +$14 |
| XPO Logistics | $458 | 3 days | +$77 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $488 | 5 days | +$106 |
| RL Carriers | $510 | 4 days | +$129 |
| Forward Air | $527 | 4 days | +$146 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT PRIORITY | $533 | 2 days | +$151 |
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Los Angeles (90012) → Austin (78701)
$$425–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Los Angeles to Austinlane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | FedEx Freight Economy | R+L Carriers | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 28.5% | 26.5% | 26.0–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $195 | $225 | $125–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $195 | $225 | $125–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $205 | $225 | $125–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $40 est. | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $61 | $100 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $696+ | $775+ | $425–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), FedEx Freight Surcharge Quicksheet 2025, Eniture LTL Fee Comparison, R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Los Angeles to Austin
How Warp routes the Los Angeles to Austin lane
LTL freight from Los Angeles to Austin
Los Angeles to Austin is served by 13 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $395 to $533 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 5 days.
Warp prices this lane at $381 per pallet with 4-day transit through the Los Angeles cross-dock facility. Los Angeles is the entry point for nearly 40 percent of US container imports, and the local LTL market reflects that scale.
The I-710 corridor from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach into Vernon, Compton, and the City of Industry carries the highest concentration of short-haul freight in the country.
Austin has grown from a mid-size regional market into one of the most active freight cities in Texas over the past decade.
The tech sector, food and beverage manufacturing, and state government procurement all drive steady local LTL demand across a metro that is still catching up in logistics infrastructure relative to its size.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Los Angeles to Austin?
LTL shipping from Los Angeles to Austin starts at $381 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $395 to $533 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 Los Angeles to Austin?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Los Angeles to Austin lane, the rate is $381 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 Los Angeles to Austin lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Los Angeles to Austin, including scan events at the Los Angeles and Dallas-Fort Worth cross-docks. Transit on this lane is 4 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 Los Angeles to Austin?
Warp LTL transit from Los Angeles to Austin is 4 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 5 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Los Angeles and Dallas-Fort Worth cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Los Angeles to Austin corridor?
Freight on the Los Angeles to Austin lane routes through the Los Angeles cross-dock near the origin and the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock near the destination.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southern California retail, port drayage handoffs, and regional distribution across the LA basin.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas-wide retail distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing delivery. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Los Angeles to Austin?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Los Angeles to Austin in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $381 with 13 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 Los Angeles to Austin?
On this lane, Warp is 3% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $381 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Los Angeles to Austin range from $395 to $533 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Los Angeles to Austin lane?
Every carrier on the Los Angeles to Austin lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Los Angeles 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