LTL Dayton to Birmingham
Book LTL freight from Dayton to Birmingham — instant all-in rates from 12 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
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Median $314/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Dayton and where it drops off in Birmingham. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $3093-day
- $3173-day
- $3003-dayBest
- $3203-day
- $3283-day
- $3113-day
- $3143-day
- $3223-day
- $3053-day
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Dayton 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 | $300All in, surcharge free | 3 days | |
| XPO Logistics | $296 | 2 days | -$4 |
| RL Carriers | $319 | 2 days | +$19 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $322 | 2 days | +$22 |
| Ward Trucking | $337 | 3 days | +$37 |
| PITT OHIO | $342 | 2 days | +$42 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $359 | 3 days | +$59 |
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Dayton (45402) → 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–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Dayton to Birmingham lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | R+L Carriers | SAIA | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 26.5% | 25.7% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $225 | $166 | $125–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $225 | $157 | $110–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $225 | $174 | $110–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $0 | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $100 | $64 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $775+ | $561+ | $395–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026), SAIA 170-D Rules Tariff (eff. Oct 1, 2025). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Dayton to Birmingham
How Warp routes the Dayton to Birmingham lane
LTL freight from Dayton to Birmingham
Dayton to Birmingham is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $296 to $359 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 3 days. Warp prices this lane at $300 per pallet with 3-day transit.
Dayton is positioned on I-75 midway between Cincinnati and Toledo, with I-70 crossing east toward Columbus and west toward Indianapolis.
That intersection makes it a logical distribution staging point for the western Ohio manufacturing and retail corridor.
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 Dayton to Birmingham
A single pallet moving from Dayton to Birmingham over 515 miles emits approximately 32 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 829 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 3 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 Dayton to Birmingham?
LTL shipping from Dayton to Birmingham starts at $300 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $296 to $359 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 Dayton to Birmingham?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Dayton to Birmingham lane, the rate is $300 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 Dayton to Birmingham lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Dayton to Birmingham, including scan events at the Atlanta cross-dock. Transit on this lane is 3 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 Dayton to Birmingham?
Warp LTL transit from Dayton to Birmingham is 3 days. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 2 days to 3 days.
Warp transits faster than traditional terminal carriers because freight moves through the Atlanta cross-dock instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Dayton to Birmingham corridor?
The Atlanta cross-dock handles freight on the Dayton to Birmingham lane. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast retail replenishment, food distribution, and regional store delivery.
A local carrier picks up in Dayton and a dedicated line-haul moves the freight to the Atlanta cross-dock for sortation and local delivery in Birmingham. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Dayton to Birmingham?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Dayton to Birmingham in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $300 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 Dayton to Birmingham?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $300 per pallet on Dayton to Birmingham includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $296 to $359 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Atlanta cross-dock instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 3 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Dayton to Birmingham lane?
Every carrier on the Dayton to Birmingham lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically. 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 Dayton to Birmingham?
A single pallet moving from Dayton to Birmingham via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 32 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 515-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 829 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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