LTL Knoxville to Austin
Book LTL freight from Knoxville to Austin — instant all-in rates from 11 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
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Median $348/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Knoxville and where it drops off in Austin. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $3424-dayBestFlat to any drop-off in Austin
- $3484-dayFlat to any drop-off in Austin
- $3644-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: Knoxville to Austin
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 20, 2026
| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $342All in, surcharge free | 4 days | |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $308 | 2 days | -$34 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $392 | 3 days | +$50 |
| XPO Logistics | $426 | 2 days | +$84 |
| RL Carriers | $462 | 3 days | +$120 |
| Forward Air | $470 | 4 days | +$128 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $487 | 4 days | +$145 |
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Knoxville (37902) → 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 Knoxville to Austin lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | SAIA | XPO Logistics | R+L Carriers | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 25.7% | 27% | 26.5% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $166 | $180 | $225 | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $157 | $259 | $225 | $75–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $174 | $180 | $225 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $0 | $68 | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $64 | $26 | $100 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $561+ | $713+ | $775+ | $315–$775+ | $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), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Knoxville to Austin
How Warp routes the Knoxville to Austin lane
LTL freight from Knoxville to Austin
Knoxville to Austin is served by 10 carriers in the Warp network.
Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $308 to $487 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 4 days. Warp prices this lane at $342 per pallet with 4-day transit.
Knoxville sits at the intersection of I-40 and I-75 in East Tennessee, serving as the gateway between the Midwest and the Southeast on both major corridors.
The university town character of the market and the proximity to the Smoky Mountains tourism belt give Knoxville a freight mix unlike most comparably sized metros.
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 Knoxville to Austin
A single pallet moving from Knoxville to Austin over 1,037 miles emits approximately 64 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 1,670 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 6 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 Knoxville to Austin?
LTL shipping from Knoxville to Austin starts at $342 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $308 to $487 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 Knoxville to Austin?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Knoxville to Austin lane, the rate is $342 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 Knoxville to Austin lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Knoxville to Austin, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock.
Transit on this lane is 4 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 Knoxville to Austin?
Warp LTL transit from Knoxville to Austin 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 Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Knoxville to Austin corridor?
The Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock handles freight on the Knoxville to Austin lane.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Texas-wide retail distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing delivery.
A local carrier picks up in Knoxville and a dedicated line-haul moves the freight to the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock for sortation and local delivery in Austin.
This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Knoxville to Austin?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Knoxville to Austin in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $342 with 10 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 Knoxville to Austin?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $342 per pallet on Knoxville to Austin includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery.
Traditional carriers on this lane range from $308 to $487 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 4 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Knoxville to Austin lane?
Every carrier on the Knoxville to Austin 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 Knoxville to Austin?
A single pallet moving from Knoxville to Austin via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 64 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 1,037-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,670 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).
How much does LTL freight from Knoxville to Austin cost?
Per-pallet LTL from Knoxville to Austin starts at $308, all-inclusive — no fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential or re-weigh charges.
Based on quotes refreshed weekly across 11 carriers including Warp LTL. Get an instant per-pallet quote at wearewarp.com/ltl/knoxville-to-austin.
How fast is LTL shipping from Knoxville to Austin?
4 business days via Warp's Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock. Same-week pickup is standard.
Transit times reflect Warp LTL service; carrier-direct LTL options on this lane may run 1-2 days slower depending on the carrier's linehaul schedule.
What is the cheapest LTL carrier from Knoxville to Austin?
On the Knoxville to Austin lane, AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION posts the cheapest base rate at $308 per pallet (snapshot 2026-04-20).
Warp LTL's rate is $342 per pallet — the all-inclusive invoice (no fuel surcharge, no accessorials), so a typical shipment with one or two add-ons can land cheaper on Warp despite the higher base.
Can I book LTL from Knoxville to Austin online?
Yes. Get an instant per-pallet quote at wearewarp.com/ltl/knoxville-to-austin — enter origin ZIP, destination ZIP, pallet count, and weight, then book in 60 seconds with a card on file.
No sales call, no broker callback, no minimum volume. Pickups available same-week, often next-day depending on carrier availability.
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