LTL Dallas to Austin
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Median $258/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Dallas and where it drops off in Austin. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $2582-dayFlat to any drop-off in Austin
- $2492-dayBestFlat to any drop-off in Austin
- $2742-dayFlat to any drop-off in Austin
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Dallas to Austin
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 21, 2026
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+7 more| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $249All in, surcharge free | 2 days | |
| SOUTHWESTERN MOTOR TRANSPORT INC | $165 | 1 day | -$84 |
| Forward Air | $183 | 2 days | -$66 |
| DAYLIGHT TRANSPORT | $186 | 1 day | -$63 |
| DUGAN TRUCK LINE LLC | $191 | 1 day | -$58 |
| RL Carriers | $224 | 1 day | -$25 |
| CCFS | $231 | 1 day | -$18 |
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Dallas (75201) → Austin (78701)
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 ↓$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Dallas to Austin lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | Forward Air | R+L Carriers | Southwestern Motor | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26% | 26.5% | 26% | 26.0–26.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $90 | $225 | $125 est. | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $75 | $225 | $110 est. | $75–$225 | $0 |
| Limited access | $100 | $225 | $110 est. | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $25 est. | $0 | $25 est. | $0–$25 | $0 |
| Notification | $25 | $100 | $25 est. | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $315+ | $775+ | $395+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: Forward Air Expedited LTL Accessorial Charges (March 2026), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026). Charges marked "est." are industry estimates where carrier tariff is not publicly published. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Dallas to Austin
How Warp routes the Dallas to Austin lane
LTL freight from Dallas to Austin
Dallas to Austin is served by 15 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $165 to $231 per pallet with transit times of 1 to 2 days.
Warp prices this lane at $249 per pallet with 2-day transit through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock facility. Dallas sits at the junction of I-35, I-20, I-30, and I-635, which makes it one of the most carrier-dense freight markets in the country.
That density is a double-edged sword for local LTL shippers. Austin has grown from a mid-size regional market into one of the most active freight cities in Texas over the past decade.
The tech sector, food and beverage manufacturing, and state government procurement all drive steady local LTL demand across a metro that is still catching up in logistics infrastructure relative to its size.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Dallas to Austin
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Austin over 195 miles emits approximately 12 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 314 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 1 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 Dallas to Austin?
LTL shipping from Dallas to Austin starts at $249 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $165 to $231 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 Dallas to Austin?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Dallas to Austin lane, the rate is $249 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 Dallas to Austin lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Dallas to Austin, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth 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 Dallas to Austin?
Warp LTL transit from Dallas to Austin 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 Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Dallas to Austin corridor?
Freight on the Dallas to Austin lane is handled by the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock, which serves both the origin and destination ends of this corridor.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas-wide retail distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing delivery. Local carriers handle pickup in Dallas and final delivery in Austin.
This keeps the move on a single regional crossdock instead of terminal to terminal routing.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Dallas to Austin?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Dallas to Austin in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $249 with 15 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 Dallas to Austin?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $249 per pallet on Dallas to Austin includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $165 to $231 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 2 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Dallas to Austin lane?
Every carrier on the Dallas to Austin lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Dallas-Fort Worth 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 Dallas to Austin?
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Austin via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 12 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 195-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 314 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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