LTL Raleigh to Birmingham
Book LTL freight from Raleigh to Birmingham — instant all-in rates from 12 carriers. No fuel surcharge, no liftgate fee, no re-weigh charges.
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Median $287/pallet across 9 ZIP samples
Rate varies by where the freight is picked up in Raleigh and where it drops off in Birmingham. Each route below connects a pickup zone to a drop-off zone.
- $2873-day
- $2963-day
- $2793-day
- $3043-day
- $3133-day
- $2963-day
- $2683-day
- $2763-day
- $2593-dayBest
- Downtown
- City center pickup / drop-off
- Warp cross-dock
- Near a Warp LTL cross-dock facility
- Industrial
- Industrial corridor
LTL rates: Raleigh to Birmingham
1 pallet · 500 lbs · class 70 · all rates as of Apr 21, 2026
| Carrier — click row to quote | Rate | Transit | vs Warp LTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp LTLWarp Technology's own service · all inclusive | $259All in, surcharge free | 3 days | |
| AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION | $189 | 2 days | -$70 |
| RL Carriers | $267 | 2 days | +$8 |
| Forward Air | $284 | 3 days | +$25 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT ECONOMY | $285 | 3 days | +$26 |
| FEDEX FREIGHT PRIORITY | $304 | 2 days | +$45 |
| SAIA MOTOR FREIGHT LINE LLC | $313 | 2 days | +$54 |
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Raleigh (27601) → 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 Raleigh to Birmingham lane. Warp's per-pallet rate is the invoice.
| Fee | R+L Carriers | Forward Air | FedEx Freight Economy | Range | Warp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel surcharge | 26.5% | 26% | 28.5% | 25.7–28.5% | Included |
| Residential delivery | $225 | $90 | $195 | $90–$225 | $0 |
| Liftgate | $225 | $75 | $195 | $75–$225 | $0 |
| Limited access | $225 | $100 | $205 | $100–$225 | $0 |
| Appointment | $0 | $25 est. | $40 est. | $0–$40 | $0 |
| Notification | $100 | $25 | $61 | $25–$100 | $0 |
| Surcharge stack | $775+ | $315+ | $696+ | $315–$775+ | $0 |
Charges shown for a 1-pallet / 500 lb shipment. Sources: R+L Carriers Rules Tariff (updated Apr 1, 2026), Forward Air Expedited LTL Accessorial Charges (March 2026), FedEx Freight Surcharge Quicksheet 2025, Eniture LTL Fee Comparison. Read the full Warp tariff →
Why Shippers Choose Warp on Raleigh to Birmingham
How Warp routes the Raleigh to Birmingham lane
LTL freight from Raleigh to Birmingham
Raleigh to Birmingham is served by 11 carriers in the Warp network.
Traditional carrier rates on this lane range from $189 to $313 per pallet with transit times of 2 to 3 days.
Warp prices this lane at $259 per pallet with 3-day transit through the Charlotte cross-dock facility.
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.
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 Raleigh to Birmingham
A single pallet moving from Raleigh to Birmingham over 553 miles emits approximately 34 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 890 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
LTL shipping from Raleigh to Birmingham starts at $259 per pallet all-inclusive. Traditional carriers on this lane range from $189 to $313 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
Warp prices LTL freight on a per pallet basis. On the Raleigh to Birmingham lane, the rate is $259 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 Raleigh to Birmingham lane?
Warp provides live GPS tracking on every shipment from Raleigh to Birmingham, including scan events at the Charlotte and Atlanta 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
Warp LTL transit from Raleigh 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 Charlotte and Atlanta cross-docks instead of 3 to 5 terminals.
How does Warp cross docking work on the Raleigh to Birmingham corridor?
Freight on the Raleigh to Birmingham lane routes through the Charlotte cross-dock near the origin and the Atlanta cross-dock near the destination.
Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast manufacturing and retail delivery. Warp sorts and transfers freight for Southeast retail replenishment, food distribution, and regional store delivery.
This eliminates the terminal to terminal routing that adds days to traditional LTL.
Can I get an instant LTL quote from Raleigh to Birmingham?
Yes. Warp returns a live all-inclusive rate for Raleigh to Birmingham in seconds. The current 1-pallet rate on this lane is $259 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
Warp's all-inclusive rate of $259 per pallet on Raleigh to Birmingham includes fuel, liftgate, GPS tracking, and proof of delivery.
Traditional carriers on this lane range from $189 to $313 before surcharges.
Warp routes freight through the Charlotte and Atlanta cross-docks instead of terminal-to-terminal hops, compressing transit to 3 days.
What happens if my freight is damaged on the Raleigh to Birmingham lane?
Every carrier on the Raleigh to Birmingham lane is vetted through Highway before approval. Authority, insurance, safety rating, and operating status are verified automatically.
Freight is handled at the Charlotte 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
A single pallet moving from Raleigh to Birmingham via Warp cross-dock LTL emits approximately 34 kg CO2e (tank-to-wheel) — your pallet's 1 of 26 share of a 53ft dry van over the 553-mile linehaul leg.
Dedicated FTL on the same lane emits approximately 890 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 Raleigh to Birmingham cost?
Per-pallet LTL from Raleigh to Birmingham starts at $189, 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/raleigh-to-birmingham.
How fast is LTL shipping from Raleigh to Birmingham?
3 business days via Warp's cross-dock network through Charlotte and Atlanta. 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 Raleigh to Birmingham?
On the Raleigh to Birmingham lane, AAA COOPER TRANSPORTATION posts the cheapest base rate at $189 per pallet (snapshot 2026-04-21).
Warp LTL's rate is $259 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 Raleigh to Birmingham online?
Yes. Get an instant per-pallet quote at wearewarp.com/ltl/raleigh-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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