LTL Raleigh to Lafayette
$353 per pallet on Raleigh to Lafayette, 5-day transit, all-inclusive. That is 2% below the cheapest traditional carrier on this lane ($362). No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential delivery fee.
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LTL rates: Raleigh to Lafayette
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 20, 2026
| Carrier | Rate | Transit | vs Warp |
|---|---|---|---|
| WarpAll inclusive | $353All in, surcharge free | 5 days | Lowest |
| XPO Logistics | $362 | 2 days | +$9 |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $377 | 2 days | +$24 |
| Forward Air | $380 | 3 days | +$27 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $398 | 2 days | +$45 |
| RL Carriers | $440 | 3 days | +$87 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $450 | 3 days | +$97 |
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Raleigh (27601) → Lafayette (70501)
$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Raleigh to Lafayette lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | Forward Air | SAIA | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 26% | 25.7% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $90 | $166 | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $75 | $157 | $75–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $100 | $174 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $25 est. | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $25 | $64 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $315+ | $561+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), Forward Air Expedited LTL Accessorial Charges (March 2026), SAIA 170-D Rules Tariff (eff. Oct 1, 2025). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Raleigh to Lafayette
How Warp routes the Raleigh to Lafayette lane
LTL freight from Raleigh to Lafayette
Raleigh to Lafayette is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $362 to $450 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 5 days.
Warp prices this lane at $353 per pallet with 5-day transit through the Charlotte cross-dock facility.
The Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Triangle is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Southeast and a major hub for life sciences, technology, and research.
Research Triangle Park anchors demand for laboratory supplies, pharmaceutical cold chain, and IT equipment freight from a world-class research and corporate campus.
Lafayette is the commercial center of Acadiana and the second-largest city in Louisiana.
The oil and gas industry has historically defined this market, and that influence is still visible in the freight mix: oilfield equipment supply, chemical distribution, and industrial materials move alongside a growing retail and food service economy.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Raleigh to Lafayette
A single pallet moving from Raleigh to Lafayette over 986 miles emits approximately 61 kg CO2e via Warp cross-dock LTL — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van on the linehaul leg.
The same truck fully loaded emits about 1,587 kg CO2e on this corridor, which is what a dedicated FTL move would cost at the same mileage regardless of how many pallets ride.
Figures use EPA SmartWay emission factors and cover tank-to-wheel fuel combustion at typical payload. For a recurring program at 100 pallets per year on this lane, the attributed LTL emissions are approximately 6 metric tons CO2e.
These numbers are suitable for Scope 3 Category 4 estimation under the GHG Protocol; see the Warp carbon methodology page for assumptions, sources, and what is excluded (pickup and delivery legs, empty-mile variance, well-to-tank upstream fuel, vehicle embodied emissions).
Frequently asked questions
How much does LTL shipping cost from Raleigh to Lafayette?
LTL shipping from Raleigh to Lafayette starts at $353 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $362 to $450 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 Raleigh to Lafayette?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Raleigh to Lafayette lane, the rate is $353 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 Raleigh to Lafayette lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Raleigh to Lafayette, including scan events at the Charlotte cross-dock. Transit on this lane is 5 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 Raleigh to Lafayette?
Warp LTL transit from Raleigh to Lafayette is 5 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 Charlotte cross-dock instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Raleigh to Lafayette corridor?
The Charlotte cross-dock handles freight on the Raleigh to Lafayette lane. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast manufacturing and retail delivery.
A local carrier picks up in Raleigh, the cross-dock sorts and dispatches freight onto a dedicated line-haul truck, and a local carrier delivers in Lafayette. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Raleigh to Lafayette?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Raleigh to Lafayette in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $353 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 Raleigh to Lafayette?
On this lane, Warp is 2% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $353 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Raleigh to Lafayette range from $362 to $450 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Raleigh to Lafayette lane?
Every carrier on the Raleigh to Lafayette lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Charlotte 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.
What is the carbon footprint of shipping one LTL pallet from Raleigh to Lafayette?
A single pallet moving from Raleigh to Lafayette via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 61 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 986-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,587 kg CO2e regardless of how many pallets are on the truck. Figures use EPA SmartWay emission factors and are suitable for GHG Protocol Scope 3 Category 4 estimation.
See the Warp carbon methodology page for sources, assumptions, and what is excluded (pickup and delivery legs, empty-mile variance, well-to-tank upstream fuel, vehicle embodied emissions).
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