LTL Dallas to Raleigh
Book LTL freight from Dallas to Raleigh — instant all-in rates from 12 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
99.2% damage-free · $100K carrier liability · Live GPS tracking
Median $301/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Dallas and where it drops off in Raleigh. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $3013-day
- $3183-day
- $2823-day
- $2933-day
- $3103-day
- $2733-dayBest
- $3173-day
- $3343-day
- $2983-day
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Dallas to Raleigh
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 | $273All in, surcharge free | 3 days | Lowest |
| SOUTHWESTERN MOTOR TRANSPORT INC | $379 | 6 days | +$106 |
| Forward Air | $423 | 2 days | +$150 |
| XPO Logistics | $437 | 2 days | +$164 |
| RL Carriers | $440 | 3 days | +$167 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $471 | 5 days | +$198 |
| ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC | $471 | 3 days | +$198 |
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Dallas (75201) → Raleigh (27601)
$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Dallas to Raleigh lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | Forward Air | XPO Logistics | R+L Carriers | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26% | 27% | 26.5% | 26.0–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $90 | $180 | $225 | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $75 | $259 | $225 | $75–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $100 | $180 | $225 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $25 est. | $68 | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $25 | $26 | $100 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $315+ | $713+ | $775+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: Forward Air Expedited LTL Accessorial Charges (March 2026), XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Dallas to Raleigh
How Warp routes the Dallas to Raleigh lane
LTL freight from Dallas to Raleigh
Dallas to Raleigh is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $379 to $471 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 6 days.
Warp prices this lane at $273 per pallet with 3-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. 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.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Dallas to Raleigh
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Raleigh over 1,208 miles emits approximately 75 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 1,945 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 8 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 Raleigh?
LTL shipping from Dallas to Raleigh starts at $273 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $379 to $471 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 Raleigh?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Dallas to Raleigh lane, the rate is $273 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 Raleigh lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Dallas to Raleigh, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth and Charlotte cross-docks. Transit on this lane is 3 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 Dallas to Raleigh?
Warp LTL transit from Dallas to Raleigh is 3 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 6 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Dallas-Fort Worth and Charlotte cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Dallas to Raleigh corridor?
Freight on the Dallas to Raleigh lane routes through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock near the origin and the Charlotte cross-dock near the destination.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas-wide retail distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing delivery. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast manufacturing and retail delivery.
This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Dallas to Raleigh?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Dallas to Raleigh in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $273 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 Dallas to Raleigh?
On this lane, Warp is 28% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $273 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Dallas to Raleigh range from $379 to $471 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Dallas to Raleigh lane?
Every carrier on the Dallas to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
A single pallet moving from Dallas to Raleigh via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 75 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 1,208-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,945 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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