Logistics MarketFlatbed Freight Rates in Louisiana
Current per-mile flatbed freight rates for loads in, out of, and through Louisiana (LA). Baseline flatbed rates run around $2.55/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
Sample flatbed rates from Louisiana
| Lane | Miles | Market range | $/mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intra-LA (regional) | 50 | $425 – $475 | $3.01 |
| LA → TX | 421 | $1,026 – $1,122 | $2.55 |
| LA → CA | 2,038 | $4,326 – $4,612 | $2.19 |
| LA → IL | 818 | $1,846 – $1,992 | $2.35 |
| LA → GA | 623 | $1,406 – $1,518 | $2.35 |
Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact flatbed rate on your lane.
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What drives flatbed rates in Louisiana
Louisiana flatbed freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical flatbed loads in Louisiana include steel and lumber, construction equipment, pipe and rebar. Shippers using flatbed equipment out of New Orleans usually price at or near the $2.55/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.
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Flatbed freight rates in Louisiana — FAQ
What is the average flatbed rate per mile in Louisiana?+
Flatbed freight in Louisiana generally prices near $2.55 per mile, with short runs inside LA carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.
How much does flatbed shipping cost from New Orleans, LA?+
Cost depends on distance and timing. Minimums for flatbed freight start around $450; run your exact lane through the free rate tool for a current market range.
Which Louisiana markets have the most flatbed capacity?+
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport carry the deepest flatbed capacity in Louisiana, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.
What drives flatbed rates in LA up or down?+
Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in Louisiana all move flatbed pricing week to week.
Is this a binding flatbed freight quote?+
No. These are non-binding market benchmarks for budgeting and negotiation. Use the rate tool for a current market range on your specific lane.
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