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

Los Angeles, California → Seattle, Washington · 1,135 miles

Last verified: March 31, 2026 Source: DAT Freight & Analytics

Current Rate Benchmarks

FTL Dry Van
$3.15
Range: $2.70–$3.80/mile
Before fuel surcharge (~22% FSC)
LTL (Class 70)
$34.00
Range: $NaN–$NaN/cwt
Before fuel surcharge
FTL Transit Time
2–3 days
1,135 mile corridor
Standard single-driver service
Fuel Surcharge
22%
Applied to linehaul rate
Source: EIA weekly diesel avg

Lane Profile

RouteLos Angeles, California → Seattle, Washington
Distance1,135 miles
Lane Typelong haul
Lane Direction📈 Headhaul (higher demand, higher rates)
Peak SeasonQ4 retail season, Q1 tech launches
Active Carriers~620 carriers serving this lane

Market Context & Analysis

LA to Seattle is a major West Coast corridor driven by LA port imports moving north to Pacific Northwest distribution centers. The I-5 corridor supports high carrier frequency but Seattle metro congestion adds transit variability.

Shipper Tips for This Lane

Book 7-10 days ahead for best rates. Intermodal via BNSF I-5 saves 12-18% at 3-day transit. Backhaul from Seattle is softer — negotiate round-trips.

How to Calculate Total FTL Cost

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

All-in cost estimate: 1,135 miles × $3.15/mile = $3,575 base + fuel surcharge (~22%) = ~$36,546 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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