LTL Philadelphia to Washington
$345 per pallet on Philadelphia to Washington, 2-day transit, all-inclusive. 11 traditional carriers run this lane (cheapest $325). 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 Washington
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · Warp rate live · competitor rates as of Apr 16, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $345 | 2 days | |
| ESTES | $325 | 2 days | -$20 |
| A DUIE PYLE INC | $341 | 1 day | -$4 |
| Forward Air | $361 | 1 day | +$16 |
| PITT OHIO | $419 | 1 day | +$74 |
| Ward Trucking | $441 | 1 day | +$96 |
| ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC | $446 | 2 days | +$101 |
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Philadelphia (19102) → Washington (20001)
Warp's $345 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–$755+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Philadelphia to Washingtonlane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | Estes Express | ABF Freight | A. Duie Pyle | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 24.7% | 26% | 26% | 24.7–26.0% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $100 | $200 | $125 est. | $100–$200 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $75 | $235 | $110 est. | $75–$235 | $0 |
| Limited access | $85 | $200 | $110 est. | $85–$200 | $0 |
| Appointment | $25 est. | $50 | $25 est. | $25–$50 | $0 |
| Notification | $30 | $70 | $25 est. | $25–$70 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $315+ | $755+ | $395+ | $315–$755+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: Estes Accessorial Charges (eff. Nov 2025), Eniture LTL Fee Comparison, ArcBest ARC 111-I Tariff (eff. Aug 4, 2025). Charges marked "est." are industry estimates where carrier tariff is not publicly published. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Philadelphia to Washington
How Warp routes the Philadelphia to Washington lane
LTL freight from Philadelphia to Washington
Philadelphia to Washington is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $325 to $446 per pallet with transit times of 1 to 2 days.
Warp prices this lane at $345 per pallet with 2-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.
Washington DC is one of the most complex commercial delivery environments in the country.
The District has commercial vehicle weight restrictions that limit many deliveries to box trucks and cargo vans, time-of-day rules in the downtown core, and permit requirements for recurring deliveries to certain zones.
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Philadelphia to Washington?
LTL shipping from Philadelphia to Washington starts at $345 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $325 to $446 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 Philadelphia to Washington?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Philadelphia to Washington lane, the rate is $345 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 Washington lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Philadelphia to Washington, including scan events at the New York cross-dock. Transit on this lane is 2 days through 1 cross-dock facility 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 Washington?
Warp LTL transit from Philadelphia to Washington 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 New York cross-dock instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Philadelphia to Washington corridor?
The New York cross-dock handles freight on the Philadelphia to Washington lane. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Northeast retail, apparel, and dense metro delivery.
A local carrier picks up in Philadelphia, the cross-dock sorts and dispatches freight onto a dedicated line-haul truck, and a local carrier delivers in Washington. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Philadelphia to Washington?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Philadelphia to Washington in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $345 with 11 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 Washington?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $345 per pallet on Philadelphia to Washington includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $325 to $446 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the New York cross-dock instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 2 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Philadelphia to Washington lane?
Every carrier on the Philadelphia to Washington 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