LTL Laredo to Birmingham
Book LTL freight from Laredo to Birmingham — instant all-in rates from 12 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
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Median $2217/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Laredo and where it drops off in Birmingham. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $22041-day
- $21921-day
- $22201-day
- $22011-day
- $21901-dayBest
- $22171-day
- $23101-day
- $22981-day
- $23261-day
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Laredo to Birmingham
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of May 17, 2026
+3 more| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $2,190All in, surcharge free | 1 day | |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $299 | 3 days | -$1,891 |
| XPO Logistics | $337 | 2 days | -$1,853 |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $355 | 3 days | -$1,835 |
| RL Carriers | $390 | 3 days | -$1,800 |
| AVERITT EXPRESS INC | $403 | 2 days | -$1,787 |
| Forward Air | $432 | 4 days | -$1,758 |
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Laredo (78040) → 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 ↓$315–$775+ in surcharges Warp doesn't charge
Surcharges the carriers above add after delivery on the Laredo to Birmingham 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% | 25.7–27.0% | 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 Laredo to Birmingham
How Warp routes the Laredo to Birmingham lane
LTL freight from Laredo to Birmingham
Laredo to Birmingham is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network.
Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $299 to $432 per pallet with transit times of 1 to 4 days. Warp prices this lane at $2190 per pallet with 1-day transit.
Laredo is the largest US-Mexico land port by freight value, processing more cross-border trade than any other port of entry in the country.
The local freight market here is almost entirely defined by cross-border trade logistics.
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 Laredo to Birmingham
A single pallet moving from Laredo to Birmingham over 1,016 miles emits approximately 63 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 1,636 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
LTL shipping from Laredo to Birmingham starts at $2190 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $299 to $432 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Laredo to Birmingham lane, the rate is $2190 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 Laredo to Birmingham lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Laredo to Birmingham, including scan events at the Atlanta cross-dock.
Transit on this lane is 1 day 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
Warp LTL transit from Laredo to Birmingham is 1 day. Traditional carriers on this lane range from 1 day to 4 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 Laredo to Birmingham corridor?
The Atlanta cross-dock handles freight on the Laredo to Birmingham lane. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast retail replenishment, food distribution, and regional store delivery.
A local carrier picks up in Laredo 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Laredo to Birmingham in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $2190 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $2190 per pallet on Laredo to Birmingham includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery.
Traditional carriers on this lane range from $299 to $432 before surcharges. Warp routes freight through the Atlanta cross-dock instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 1 day.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Laredo to Birmingham lane?
Every carrier on the Laredo 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
A single pallet moving from Laredo to Birmingham via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 63 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 1,016-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 1,636 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 Laredo to Birmingham cost?
Per-pallet LTL from Laredo to Birmingham starts at $299, all-inclusive — no fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no residential or re-weigh charges.
Based on quotes refreshed weekly across 12 carriers including Warp LTL. Get an instant per-pallet quote at wearewarp.com/ltl/laredo-to-birmingham.
How fast is LTL shipping from Laredo to Birmingham?
1 business day via Warp's Atlanta 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 Laredo to Birmingham?
On the Laredo to Birmingham lane, SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC posts the cheapest base rate at $299 per pallet (snapshot 2026-05-17).
Warp LTL's rate is $2,190 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 Laredo to Birmingham online?
Yes. Get an instant per-pallet quote at wearewarp.com/ltl/laredo-to-birmingham — 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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