LTL Baltimore to Birmingham
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Median $325/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Baltimore and where it drops off in Birmingham. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $3254-day
- $3344-day
- $3174-dayBest
- $3254-day
- $3344-day
- $3174-dayBest
- $3254-day
- $3344-day
- $3174-dayBest
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Baltimore to Birmingham
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 21, 2026
+3 more| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $317All in, surcharge free | 4 days | |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $304 | 2 days | -$13 |
| Ward Trucking | $325 | 3 days | +$8 |
| XPO Logistics | $346 | 2 days | +$29 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $350 | 4 days | +$33 |
| ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC | $355 | 4 days | +$38 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT PRIORITY | $372 | 2 days | +$55 |
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Baltimore (21201) → Birmingham (35203)
Warp LTL's rate above is the full invoice — no fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential delivery charge. The other carriers listed show base rates only and typically add 6 to 8 surcharges after delivery.
See what they charge ↓$395–$755+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Baltimore to Birmingham lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | SAIA | XPO Logistics | FedEx Freight Economy | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 25.7% | 27% | 28.5% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $166 | $180 | $195 | $125–$200 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $157 | $259 | $195 | $110–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $174 | $180 | $205 | $110–$205 | $0 |
| Appointment | $0 | $68 | $40 est. | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $64 | $26 | $61 | $25–$70 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $561+ | $713+ | $696+ | $395–$755+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: SAIA 170-D Rules Tariff (eff. Oct 1, 2025), 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 Baltimore to Birmingham
How Warp routes the Baltimore to Birmingham lane
LTL freight from Baltimore to Birmingham
Baltimore to Birmingham is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $304 to $372 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 4 days.
Warp prices this lane at $317 per pallet with 4-day transit through the New York cross-dock facility.
Baltimore is a port city with a local LTL market shaped by proximity to both the Port of Baltimore and the Washington DC metro directly to the south.
Local ltl Baltimore freight flows through a few distinct zones: the I-95 and I-695 industrial belt through Jessup, Halethorpe, and Arbutus on the southwest, where consumer goods and food distribution concentrate; the White Marsh and Essex corridor on the northeast side; and the Inner Harbor and Fells Point commercial zone, where hospitality and specialty retail accounts require tight delivery windows and smaller equipment.
Birmingham is Alabama's primary freight hub and sits at the convergence of I-20, I-59, I-65, and I-459, connecting the metro to Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, and the Gulf Coast.
Local ltl Birmingham freight is driven by a few key industries: steel and metals distribution from the legacy industrial base in Bessemer and Fairfield; food and beverage distribution for a rapidly growing restaurant and grocery market; healthcare supply for the UAB and Ascension St.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Baltimore to Birmingham
A single pallet moving from Baltimore to Birmingham over 780 miles emits approximately 48 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 1,256 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 5 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 Baltimore to Birmingham?
LTL shipping from Baltimore to Birmingham starts at $317 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $304 to $372 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 Baltimore to Birmingham?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Baltimore to Birmingham lane, the rate is $317 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 Baltimore to Birmingham lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Baltimore to Birmingham, including scan events at the New York and Atlanta 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 Baltimore to Birmingham?
Warp LTL transit from Baltimore to Birmingham 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 Atlanta cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Baltimore to Birmingham corridor?
Freight on the Baltimore to Birmingham lane routes through the New York cross-dock near the origin and the Atlanta 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 retail replenishment, food distribution, and regional store delivery. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Baltimore to Birmingham?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Baltimore to Birmingham in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $317 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 Baltimore to Birmingham?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $317 per pallet on Baltimore to Birmingham includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $304 to $372 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the New York and Atlanta cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 4 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Baltimore to Birmingham lane?
Every carrier on the Baltimore to Birmingham 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.
What is the carbon footprint of shipping one LTL pallet from Baltimore to Birmingham?
A single pallet moving from Baltimore to Birmingham via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 48 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 780-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,256 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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