Dallas, Texas → Houston, Texas · 240 miles
| Route | Dallas, Texas → Houston, Texas |
|---|---|
| Distance | 240 miles |
| Lane Type | regional |
| Lane Direction | ⚖️ Balanced (strong bi-directional demand) |
| Peak Season | Q2 construction season, Q4 holiday retail |
| Active Carriers | ~890 carriers serving this lane |
Dallas to Houston is the Texas Triangle's busiest corridor and one of the highest-volume regional lanes in the US. Energy sector shipments dominate alongside consumer goods. The I-45 corridor supports extremely high carrier frequency.
Carrier availability is excellent — rates are competitive. LTL consolidators have daily service on this lane. Consider dedicated fleet for recurring high-volume shippers.
The all-in FTL cost for this lane is calculated as:
This estimate excludes accessorial charges (liftgate, inside delivery, residential surcharges, detention, and driver layover). Use our landed cost calculator for a comprehensive total cost of ownership.
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