LTL Knoxville to Dallas
Book LTL freight from Knoxville to Dallas — instant all-in rates from 10 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
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Median $310/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Knoxville and where it drops off in Dallas. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $2973-day
- $2883-dayBest
- $3123-day
- $3033-day
- $2943-day
- $3183-day
- $3183-day
- $3103-day
- $3343-day
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Knoxville to Dallas
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 20, 2026
+1 more| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $288All in, surcharge free | 3 days | Lowest |
| XPO Logistics | $329 | 2 days | +$41 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $344 | 2 days | +$56 |
| RL Carriers | $416 | 2 days | +$128 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $432 | 4 days | +$144 |
| ESTES | $451 | 2 days | +$163 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT PRIORITY | $466 | 2 days | +$178 |
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Knoxville (37902) → Dallas (75201)
$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Knoxville to Dallas lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | XPO Logistics | SAIA | R+L Carriers | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 27% | 25.7% | 26.5% | 24.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $180 | $166 | $225 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $259 | $157 | $225 | $75–$259 | $0 |
| Limited access | $180 | $174 | $225 | $85–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $68 | $0 | $0 | $0–$68 | $0 |
| Notification | $26 | $64 | $100 | $26–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $713+ | $561+ | $775+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: XPO CNWY 199-AK.1 Tariff (eff. Feb 16, 2026), SAIA 170-D Rules Tariff (eff. Oct 1, 2025), R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026). Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Knoxville to Dallas
How Warp routes the Knoxville to Dallas lane
LTL freight from Knoxville to Dallas
Knoxville to Dallas is served by 9 carriers in the Warp network. Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $329 to $466 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 4 days. Warp prices this lane at $288 per pallet with 3-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.
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.
Carbon footprint of LTL freight from Knoxville to Dallas
A single pallet moving from Knoxville to Dallas over 843 miles emits approximately 52 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 1,357 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 Knoxville to Dallas?
LTL shipping from Knoxville to Dallas starts at $288 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $329 to $466 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 Dallas?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Knoxville to Dallas lane, the rate is $288 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 Dallas lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Knoxville to Dallas, including scan events at the Dallas-Fort Worth 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 Knoxville to Dallas?
Warp LTL transit from Knoxville to Dallas is 3 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 Dallas corridor?
The Dallas-Fort Worth cross-dock handles freight on the Knoxville to Dallas 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 Dallas. This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Knoxville to Dallas?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Knoxville to Dallas in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $288 with 9 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 Dallas?
On this lane, Warp is 12% below the cheapest traditional carrier. The Warp rate of $288 per pallet is all inclusive with no fuel surcharges, no liftgate fees, and no residential delivery charges.
Traditional carriers on Knoxville to Dallas range from $329 to $466 before adding surcharges.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Knoxville to Dallas lane?
Every carrier on the Knoxville to Dallas 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 Dallas?
A single pallet moving from Knoxville to Dallas via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 52 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 843-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,357 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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