Los Angeles to Dallas Freight Rates & Lane Guide (2024)

Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim metro → Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington metro · 1,432 miles

Last verified: December 1, 2024 Source: DAT Freight & Analytics Trendlines

Current Rate Benchmarks

FTL Dry Van
$2.83
Range: $2.40–$3.60/mile
Before fuel surcharge (~22% FSC)
LTL (Class 70)
$33.50
Range: $27.00–$43.00/cwt
Before fuel surcharge
FTL Transit Time
2–3 days
1,432 mile corridor
Standard single-driver service
Fuel Surcharge
22%
Applied to linehaul rate
Source: EIA weekly diesel avg

Lane Profile

RouteLos Angeles, California → Dallas, Texas
Distance1,432 miles
Lane Typeregional
Lane Direction📈 Headhaul (higher demand, higher rates)
Peak SeasonQ3–Q4 holiday import season (Aug–Nov)
Active Carriers~860 carriers serving this lane

Key Industries Served

retailelectronicsapparelautomotivefood & beverage

Market Context & Analysis

LA to Dallas is a high-volume import distribution lane, with LA/LB port containers being transloaded and trucked to Dallas-area distribution centers serving the south-central US. Dallas is one of the fastest-growing import distribution hubs in the country. The reverse (Dallas→LA) backhaul is typically 15-25% cheaper.

Shipper Tips for This Lane

Consider I-10 routing through Phoenix/El Paso for reliable transit. New Mexico weight restrictions can affect overlimit loads. Team driver service available for 2-day transit on urgent freight.

Carriers Active on This Lane

The following carriers maintain regular capacity on the Los Angeles–Dallas corridor:

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How to Calculate Total FTL Cost

The all-in FTL cost for this lane is calculated as:

All-in cost estimate: 1,432 miles × $2.83/mile = $4,053 base + fuel surcharge (~22%) = ~$41,425 all-in

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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