Logistics MarketFlatbed Freight Rates in Montana
Current per-mile flatbed freight rates for loads in, out of, and through Montana (MT). Baseline flatbed rates run around $2.55/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Billings and Missoula.
Sample flatbed rates from Montana
| Lane | Miles | Market range | $/mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intra-MT (regional) | 50 | $425 – $475 | $3.01 |
| MT → TX | 1,616 | $3,431 – $3,657 | $2.19 |
| MT → CA | 1,106 | $2,496 – $2,694 | $2.35 |
| MT → IL | 1,451 | $3,080 – $3,284 | $2.19 |
| MT → GA | 2,125 | $4,511 – $4,809 | $2.19 |
Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact flatbed rate on your lane.
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What drives flatbed rates in Montana
Montana flatbed freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical flatbed loads in Montana include steel and lumber, construction equipment, pipe and rebar. Shippers using flatbed equipment out of Billings usually price at or near the $2.55/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.
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Flatbed freight rates in Montana — FAQ
What is the average flatbed rate per mile in Montana?+
Flatbed freight in Montana generally prices near $2.55 per mile, with short runs inside MT carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.
How much does flatbed shipping cost from Billings, MT?+
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 Montana markets have the most flatbed capacity?+
Billings, Missoula, Great Falls carry the deepest flatbed capacity in Montana, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.
What drives flatbed rates in MT up or down?+
Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in Montana 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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