LTL Philadelphia to Charlotte
$309 per pallet on Philadelphia to Charlotte, 4-day transit, all-inclusive. 12 traditional carriers run this lane (cheapest $208). 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: Philadelphia to Charlotte
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $309 | 4 days | |
| Ward Trucking | $208 | 2 days | -$100 |
| RL Carriers | $248 | 2 days | -$61 |
| XPO Logistics | $303 | 2 days | -$6 |
| PITT OHIO | $333 | 2 days | +$25 |
| Forward Air | $362 | 2 days | +$54 |
| ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC | $375 | 2 days | +$67 |
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Philadelphia (19102) → Charlotte (28202)
Warp's $309 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–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Philadelphia to Charlottelane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | R+L Carriers | XPO Logistics | ABF Freight | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26.5% | 27% | 26% | 26.0–27.0% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $225 | $180 | $200 | $125–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $225 | $259 | $235 | $110–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $225 | $180 | $200 | $110–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $0 | $68 | $50 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $100 | $26 | $70 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $775+ | $713+ | $755+ | $395–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026), XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), ArcBest ARC 111-I Tariff (eff. Aug 4, 2025). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Philadelphia to Charlotte
How Warp routes the Philadelphia to Charlotte lane
LTL freight from Philadelphia to Charlotte
Philadelphia to Charlotte is served by 12 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $208 to $375 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 4 days.
Warp prices this lane at $309 per pallet with 4-day transit through the New York cross-dock facility. Philadelphia is the third-largest metro on the East Coast and a major freight hub on the I-95 corridor between New York and Baltimore.
The South Philadelphia food distribution complex is one of the largest regional produce and food markets on the East Coast, anchoring a significant local LTL demand stream for restaurants, grocers, and food service accounts across the metro.
Charlotte is the commercial hub of the Carolinas and one of the most active freight markets in the Southeast.
I-77, I-85, and I-485 converge here, and the metro houses major distribution operations for retail, food and beverage, and consumer goods serving a multi-state region.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
LTL shipping from Philadelphia to Charlotte starts at $309 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $208 to $375 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Philadelphia to Charlotte lane, the rate is $309 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Philadelphia to Charlotte, including scan events at the New York and Charlotte 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?
Warp LTL transit from Philadelphia to Charlotte is 4 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 New York and Charlotte cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Philadelphia to Charlotte corridor?
Freight on the Philadelphia to Charlotte lane routes through the New York cross-dock near the origin and the Charlotte cross-dock near the destination. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Northeast retail, apparel, and dense metro delivery.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast manufacturing and retail delivery. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Philadelphia to Charlotte in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $309 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $309 per pallet on Philadelphia to Charlotte includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $208 to $375 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the New York and Charlotte cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 4 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Philadelphia to Charlotte lane?
Every carrier on the Philadelphia to Charlotte lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the New York 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