Logistics MarketFlatbed Freight Rates in Texas
Current per-mile flatbed freight rates for loads in, out of, and through Texas (TX). Baseline flatbed rates run around $2.55/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Dallas and Houston.
Sample flatbed rates from Texas
| Lane | Miles | Market range | $/mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intra-TX (regional) | 50 | $425 – $475 | $3.01 |
| TX → CA | 1,646 | $3,494 – $3,726 | $2.19 |
| TX → IL | 1,002 | $2,262 – $2,440 | $2.35 |
| TX → GA | 1,033 | $2,331 – $2,515 | $2.35 |
| TX → FL | 1,227 | $2,605 – $2,777 | $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 Texas
Texas flatbed freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical flatbed loads in Texas include steel and lumber, construction equipment, pipe and rebar. Shippers using flatbed equipment out of Dallas usually price at or near the $2.55/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.
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Flatbed freight rates in Texas — FAQ
What is the average flatbed rate per mile in Texas?+
Flatbed freight in Texas generally prices near $2.55 per mile, with short runs inside TX carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.
How much does flatbed shipping cost from Dallas, TX?+
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 Texas markets have the most flatbed capacity?+
Dallas, Houston, Laredo, San Antonio, El Paso carry the deepest flatbed capacity in Texas, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.
What drives flatbed rates in TX up or down?+
Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in Texas 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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