LTL Los Angeles to Houston
$357 per pallet on Los Angeles to Houston, 4-day transit, all-inclusive. 13 traditional carriers run this lane (cheapest $305). 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 Houston
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $357 | 4 days | |
| Forward Air | $305 | 3 days | -$52 |
| XPO Logistics | $375 | 4 days | +$18 |
| STG LTL formerly Frontline Freight | $448 | 5 days | +$91 |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $498 | 3 days | +$140 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $523 | 5 days | +$166 |
| RL Carriers | $569 | 3 days | +$212 |
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Los Angeles (90012) → Houston (77002)
Warp's $357 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 ↓$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Los Angeles to Houston lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | Forward Air | XPO Logistics | FedEx Freight Economy | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26% | 27% | 28.5% | 26.0–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $90 | $180 | $195 | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $75 | $259 | $195 | $75–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $100 | $180 | $205 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $25 est. | $68 | $40 est. | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $25 | $26 | $61 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $315+ | $713+ | $696+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: Forward Air Expedited LTL Accessorial Charges (March 2026), XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), FedEx Freight Surcharge Quicksheet 2025, Eniture LTL Fee Comparison. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Los Angeles to Houston
How Warp routes the Los Angeles to Houston lane
LTL freight from Los Angeles to Houston
Los Angeles to Houston is served by 13 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $305 to $569 per pallet with transit times of 3 to 5 days.
Warp prices this lane at $357 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.
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 Los Angeles to Houston?
LTL shipping from Los Angeles to Houston starts at $357 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $305 to $569 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 Houston?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Los Angeles to Houston lane, the rate is $357 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 Houston lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Los Angeles to Houston, including scan events at the Los Angeles and Houston 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 Houston?
Warp LTL transit from Los Angeles to Houston is 4 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 3 days to 5 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Los Angeles and Houston cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Los Angeles to Houston corridor?
Freight on the Los Angeles to Houston lane routes through the Los Angeles cross-dock near the origin and the Houston 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 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 Los Angeles to Houston?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Los Angeles to Houston in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $357 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 Houston?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $357 per pallet on Los Angeles to Houston includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $305 to $569 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Los Angeles and Houston cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 4 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Los Angeles to Houston lane?
Every carrier on the Los Angeles to Houston 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