LTL Carriers in Little Rock: Ranked by Per-Pallet Cost
Warp ranks 13 LTL carriers by per-pallet cost on 8 lanes from Little Rock. The Warp all-inclusive rate is $411/pallet with no fuel surcharges. Traditional carriers add 20–40% on top. Click any column to re-sort.
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LTL Carrier Rankings in Little Rock by Per-Pallet Cost
Estimated per-pallet cost for 8 lanes from Little Rock. Warp rates are all-inclusive. Traditional carrier per-pallet cost includes an estimated 30% for fuel surcharges and accessorials. Based on 1 pallet, 500 lbs, class 70.
| # | Carrier | Cheapest On ↓head-to-head wins | Lanes Served | Avg Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XPO LogisticsCNWY | 9(41%) | 22 | 2.8 days |
| 2 | RL CarriersRLCA | 7(47%) | 15 | 3.1 days |
| 3 | Warp TechnologyWTCHALL-INCLUSIVE | 1(13%) | 8 | 4.3 days |
| 4 | AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATIONAACT | 0(0%) | 1 | 3 days |
| 5 | FedEx EconomyFXNL | 0(0%) | 15 | 4.1 days |
| 6 | FedEx PriorityFXFE | 0(0%) | 15 | 2.4 days |
| 7 | ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INCABFS | 0(0%) | 13 | 2.8 days |
| 8 | Forward AirFWRA | 0(0%) | 15 | 2.7 days |
| 9 | SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLCSAIA | 0(0%) | 15 | 2.9 days |
| 10 | ESTESEXLA | 0(0%) | 15 | 3.1 days |
| 11 | Averitt ExpressAVRT | 0(0%) | 10 | 2.8 days |
| 12 | Old Dominion Freight LineODFL | 0(0%) | 8 | 2.6 days |
| 13 | DAYLIGHT TRANSPORTDYLT | 0(0%) | 4 | 4.5 days |
All LTL Lanes from Little Rock
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| Select | Destination | Warp Rate ↑all-inclusive | Lowest Basebefore surcharges | Carriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso | $366 | $290 RL Carriers | 22 | |
| Los Angeles | $379 | $360 RL Carriers | 23 | |
| Milwaukee | $396 | $274 R&L Carriers | 11 | |
| PhiladelphiaWARP WINS | $403 | $403 Warp Technology | 19 | |
| Phoenix | $406 | $393 XPO Logistics | 20 | |
| Minneapolis | $414 | $322 XPO Logistics | 20 | |
| Denver | $425 | $375 RL Carriers | 20 | |
| Sacramento | $495 | $481 XPO Logistics | 21 |
Who ships LTL from Little Rock — and what it actually costs
13 carriers serve LTL lanes originating from Little Rock, covering 8 destinations including El Paso, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and 5 more.
The cheapest Warp lane from Little Rock is to El Paso at $366 per pallet. The longest lane to Sacramento runs $495.
Warp is the cheapest carrier by base rate on 1 of 8 lanes — and on every lane when you add the 30% surcharge factor that traditional carriers tack onto their invoices.
XPO Logistics vs Warp on Little Rock freight
XPO Logistics (CNWY) serves 22 lanes from Little Rock at an average base rate of $502. That base rate does not include fuel surcharges or accessorial fees.
Add the industry-standard 30% surcharge estimate and XPO Logistics's effective per-pallet cost rises to $653/pallet on a 4-pallet, 4,800 lb, class 70 shipment.
Warp quotes $411/pallet all-inclusive — pickup, cross-dock handling, line haul, and delivery included. No fuel surcharge line item, no liftgate fee, no limited access charge.
FedEx Economy tells a similar story: $539 base becomes $701/pallet after surcharges, serving 15 lanes.
Where Little Rock shippers save the most with Warp
Warp is the cheapest all-inclusive option on 1 of 8 lanes from Little Rock. The top savings lanes: El Paso ($366), Los Angeles ($379), Milwaukee ($396), Philadelphia ($403), Phoenix ($406).
On these corridors, Warp's all-inclusive price undercuts what traditional carriers invoice after surcharges.
Average Warp transit from Little Rock is 4 days across all 8 lanes, with scan events and live GPS on every shipment.
How Warp moves LTL from Little Rock without a terminal network
Warp operates a cross-dock network, not a terminal network. Freight from Little Rock touches 1 to 2 Warp-operated facilities between origin and destination.
XPO Logistics routes the same shipment through 3 to 5 terminals. Each extra touch adds dock labor, forklift handling, and damage exposure. Warp's claim rate is 0.81% vs the 1.24% industry average.
Fewer touches also mean lower labor costs — which is how Warp absorbs fuel surcharges and accessorials into one all-inclusive rate.
National vs regional LTL carriers from Little Rock
National carriers serving Little Rock: XPO Logistics (22 lanes, $653/pallet after surcharges); FedEx Economy (15 lanes, $701/pallet after surcharges); FedEx Priority (15 lanes, $740/pallet after surcharges); ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC (13 lanes, $759/pallet after surcharges); SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC (15 lanes, $907/pallet after surcharges); ESTES (15 lanes, $909/pallet after surcharges); Old Dominion Freight Line (8 lanes, $1118/pallet after surcharges).
These cover the most destinations but add 20–40% in surcharges to every invoice.
Regional specialists like AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION and DAYLIGHT TRANSPORT cover 1 lane and 4 lanes respectively — lower base rates on specific corridors, but limited coverage.
Warp covers all 8 lanes with one all-inclusive rate. No need to split freight across carriers to get the best price on each corridor.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the cheapest LTL carrier in Little Rock?
By all-inclusive per-pallet cost, Warp at $411/pallet is the most predictable option from Little Rock.
XPO Logistics quotes a lower base rate ($502) but adds fuel surcharges and accessorials that push the per-pallet cost to $653. Warp is cheapest on 1 of 8 lanes when surcharges are included.
What are the cheapest LTL lanes from Little Rock?
The lowest Warp all-inclusive rates from Little Rock: El Paso at $366, Los Angeles at $379, Milwaukee at $396, Philadelphia at $403, Phoenix at $406.
These are per-pallet rates (1 pallet, 500 lbs, class 70) covering pickup, cross-dock handling, line haul, and delivery.
How many LTL carriers serve Little Rock?
13 carriers serve 8 lanes from Little Rock.
This includes 7 national carriers (XPO Logistics, FedEx Economy, FedEx Priority, ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC, SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC, ESTES, Old Dominion Freight Line) and 2 regional specialists.
How does Warp compare to XPO Logistics from Little Rock?
XPO Logistics serves 22 lanes from Little Rock at $502 average base rate. After estimated 30% surcharges, the per-pallet cost is $653. Warp serves all 8 lanes at $411/pallet all-inclusive.
Warp also provides live GPS, scan events, and proof of delivery — included in the rate.
How fast is LTL freight from Little Rock?
Average Warp transit from Little Rock is 4 days across 8 lanes. Every shipment gets live GPS tracking and scan events through the Warp driver app.
For time-critical freight, check individual lane transit times in the table above.
About the Warp freight network
More about the Warp freight network
Warp is a technology-driven freight network that combines cargo van, box truck, LTL, and FTL capacity under one operating system. Shippers get instant rates, real-time tracking, and access to 70+ cross-dock facilities and 14,000+ cargo vans and box trucks — with 80%+ US LTL zip-to-zip coverage and nationwide FTL, box truck, and cargo van.
The network is supported by 24,000+ vetted FTL carriers.
Unlike traditional brokers, Warp uses AI to match the right vehicle to every load based on weight, dimensions, urgency, and cost targets. Cross-dock operations reduce transit time by eliminating unnecessary terminal transfers.
Pool distribution and zone-skipping programs help enterprise shippers lower per-unit delivery costs while maintaining tight appointment windows.
Self-serve shippers can quote, compare, and book freight online in under two minutes. Enterprise accounts get dedicated capacity planning, committed rate programs, and a named operations team. Every shipment includes scan-level visibility from pickup through final delivery.
Warp operates across the contiguous United States with regional density in the Southeast, Texas, Midwest, and Northeast corridors, and West Coast and Southwest coverage from Los Angeles, Seattle and Phoenix.
Warp operates 70+ cross-dock facilities across the US, with named markets including Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, New York, Savannah, Orlando, Charlotte, Indianapolis, Columbus, Denver, New Orleans, Milwaukee, Dallas-Fort Worth, Nashville, Phoenix, Tampa Bay, Seattle, Los Angeles. They support faster transfers and fewer touches on recurring lanes.
Freight modes and vehicle types
| Mode | Max payload | Max cube | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo van | 3,500 lbs | 400 cu ft | Time-sensitive, last-mile, light pallets |
| Box truck | 10,000 lbs | 1,500 cu ft | Regional distribution, no dock required |
| LTL | Per-pallet | Shared trailer | Lower per-pallet cost via cross-dock routing |
| Dry van / FTL | 42,000+ lbs | Full 53-ft trailer | High-volume lanes, recurring programs |
Cargo vans handle loads up to 3,500 pounds and 400 cubic feet, ideal for time-sensitive deliveries, last-mile retail replenishment, and lightweight palletized freight.
Box trucks carry up to 10,000 pounds and 1,500 cubic feet, fitting most regional distribution and store delivery needs without requiring a loading dock.
Dry vans and full truckloads move 42,000+ pounds for high-volume lanes and recurring programs. LTL shipments share trailer space on optimized routes through Warp cross-docks, reducing per-pallet cost by consolidating multiple shippers on the same vehicle.
Warp does not default every shipment to a 53-foot trailer. The AI engine evaluates load weight, cube, delivery window, and cost to recommend the right vehicle. Shippers see all available mode options with live pricing in one comparison screen before booking.
Cross-dock operations
Cross-docking at Warp facilities keeps freight moving instead of storing it: inbound freight is sorted and transferred directly to outbound vehicles, typically within hours. When inventory does need to sit, Warp's fulfillment centers in Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago and New Jersey hold it inside the same network, with same day delivery within 30 miles of each.
This reduces dwell time, lowers damage risk, and compresses delivery windows. Warp cross-docks support pallet-in, pallet-out operations with scan-level tracking at every handoff point.
- Atlanta — Southeast retail flow
- Chicago — Midwest manufacturing and replenishment
- Houston — Texas industrial distribution
- New York — dense Northeast delivery
Facility locations are selected for corridor density: Atlanta handles Southeast retail flow, Chicago serves Midwest manufacturing and replenishment, Houston covers Texas industrial distribution, and New York supports dense Northeast delivery. Each facility operates on appointment-based scheduling to prevent congestion and maintain throughput consistency.
Enterprise freight programs
Enterprise shippers get committed rate programs, dedicated account management, and custom SLA design. Warp builds lane-by-lane rate structures that account for volume commitments, seasonal variation, and mode flexibility. Operations teams monitor shipment execution daily and intervene proactively when exceptions occur.
Self-serve freight quoting
Shippers enter origin and destination, load details, and delivery requirements to see live rates across all available modes. Quotes include estimated transit time, vehicle type, and total cost.
Booking takes one click. After booking, shippers track every shipment with real-time GPS location, milestone updates, and proof of delivery documentation.
Industries and use cases
Retail shippers use Warp for store replenishment programs that deliver to hundreds of locations per week on tight appointment windows. Apparel brands use zone skipping to bypass regional parcel sortation and reduce per-unit delivery cost.
Food and beverage companies rely on time-definite delivery for perishable goods. Manufacturing operations use Warp for inbound vendor consolidation, combining multiple supplier shipments into fewer, fuller loads through cross-dock facilities.
Distribution companies use pool distribution to serve multiple delivery points from a single origin, splitting full truckloads at cross-docks into smaller last-mile vehicles.
Urgent freight recovery covers emergency capacity needs when primary carriers fail or demand spikes unexpectedly. Middle-mile optimization reduces cost and transit time on the longest segment of multi-leg shipments.
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13 carriers ranked · 8 lanes from Little Rock · All-inclusive pricing · No sponsored placements
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