Memphis–Forrest City metro → Chicago–Naperville–Elgin metro · 531 miles
| Route | Memphis, Tennessee → Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Distance | 531 miles |
| Lane Type | regional |
| Lane Direction | ⚖️ Balanced (strong bi-directional demand) |
| Peak Season | Q3 summer produce season, Q4 retail season |
| Active Carriers | ~430 carriers serving this lane |
Memphis is the geographic center of the US and a critical FedEx World Hub, making it one of the most important freight markets. The Memphis–Chicago I-55 corridor is well-served with high carrier availability. Memphis's position as an inland logistics hub means carriers are rarely empty in either direction.
One of the most competitive short-to-medium haul lanes in the US due to high carrier density. FedEx Freight and Old Dominion both have major Memphis hub operations. Next-day LTL delivery standard.
The following carriers maintain regular capacity on the Memphis–Chicago corridor:
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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