Logistics MarketCalifornia freight rates by equipment
Sample market rates for common California lanes. Use the calculator for your exact lane.
| Equipment | Intra-CA | CA → TX | $/mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $331 – $369 | $2,809 – $2,995 | $2.05 |
| Flatbed | $425 – $475 | $3,494 – $3,726 | $2.55 |
| Reefer | $402 – $448 | $3,221 – $3,433 | $2.35 |
| Box Truck | $260 – $290 | $2,535 – $2,703 | $1.85 |
Benchmarks refreshed daily from public market data. Sample rates only — use the calculator for your exact lane.
California freight rates by trailer type
Market dry van freight rates per mile for loads out of California.
See dry van ratesMarket flatbed freight rates per mile for loads out of California.
See flatbed ratesMarket reefer freight rates per mile for loads out of California.
See reefer ratesMarket box truck freight rates per mile for loads out of California.
See box truck ratesPopular California freight lanes
- Los Angeles, CA → Dallas, TX freight rates
- Los Angeles, CA → Chicago, IL freight rates
- Los Angeles, CA → Atlanta, GA freight rates
- Intra-state California short-haul and regional rates
- Los Angeles, CA long-haul cross-country freight
How California freight rates are calculated
California freight rates are driven by lane distance, equipment type, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance into and out of Los Angeles. Our rate engine blends current per-mile benchmarks with lane-specific distance to give you a market range — low, mid, and high — for any California shipment.
Looking for dry van rates in California, flatbed rates out of Los Angeles, reefer rates into California, or box truck pricing inside California? Enter your pickup city, delivery city, and equipment to get an instant rate.
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California freight rates FAQ
01What are average freight rates per mile in California?+
Dry van freight out of California generally prices near $2.05 per mile, reefer near $2.35, flatbed near $2.55, and box truck near $1.85. Short hauls inside CA price higher per mile than long-haul runs.
02How much does it cost to ship a truckload from California?+
A full truckload from Los Angeles, CA typically ranges from a few hundred dollars on short intrastate runs to several thousand on cross-country lanes. Run your exact lane through the free rate tool for a current range.
03Which cities in California have the most freight?+
Los Angeles, Oakland, Stockton, Fontana, San Diego are the primary freight markets in California, and capacity is usually deepest in and around those hubs.
04Why did my California freight rate change?+
Truckload pricing in CA moves with fuel surcharges, seasonal demand, weather, and how many trucks are already in the market on the day you ship.
05How do I get a freight quote for a California lane?+
Enter your pickup city and state, delivery city and state, and trailer type in the free Logistics Market rate tool and you will get a market range instantly.
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