LTL Shipping From Atlanta: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Atlanta area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 2,138 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Atlanta freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Covington, GA, Atlanta, GA, Cumming, GA, Peachtree City, GA and Acworth, GA. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Florida | 12% |
| Texas | 9% |
| California | 6% |
| Tennessee | 6% |
| North Carolina | 6% |
| Georgia | 6% |
What LTL shipping costs from Atlanta
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Atlanta from September 2025 – August 2026, including fuel and any accessorials. The range is the middle 50% of shipments in each weight bracket, so a quarter paid less and a quarter paid more, mostly because of freight class, accessorials and timing.
| Shipment weight | Typical range | Median | Shipments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 500 lb | $280 – $485 | $385 | 744 |
| 500–999 lb | $295 – $645 | $425 | 462 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $285 – $625 | $400 | 525 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $375 – $740 | $530 | 233 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $480 – $810 | $640 | 122 |
Historical rates, rounded to $5, shown for budgeting only. They aren’t a quote: your price depends on exact ZIPs, freight class, pickup date and accessorials. See national pallet shipping costs for comparison.
Those ranges blend every destination, from next-door deliveries to cross-country moves. For a tighter number, check the lane pages for Georgia below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from Atlanta
The median LTL shipment from Atlanta delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 2,103 delivered shipments). Standard LTL transit is an estimate, not a promise; if a delivery date matters, ask for a guaranteed service. More on how LTL transit times work.
No single carrier wins every shipment. AAA Cooper Transportation, ABF Freight and Southeastern Freight Lines moved 56% of the freight we arranged from Atlanta; the rest went to Roadrunner and Averitt Express and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| AAA Cooper Transportation | 25% |
| ABF Freight | 16% |
| Southeastern Freight Lines | 15% |
| Roadrunner | 7% |
| Averitt Express | 7% |
What ships from Atlanta
The median shipment weighed 820 lb at a median freight class of 100. The most common classes were class 100 (16%), class 175 (16%) and class 70 (10%). Lighter, bulkier freight rates in higher classes and costs more per pound, which is why measuring density before you quote matters.
By type of shipper, the biggest groups were wholesale distribution (31%), industrial machinery & equipment (22%), metals & fabrication (17%) and chemicals & consumer products (6%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Georgia
Georgia is the Southeast's distribution hub. Atlanta sits where I-75, I-85 and I-20 meet, and the Port of Savannah is one of the busiest container ports in the U.S., so a lot of imported freight moves inland from the coast by LTL.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Atlanta?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Atlanta area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $295 to $645 all-in, median $425, across all destinations (September 2025 – August 2026). Distance is the biggest swing factor: a local or in-state delivery costs far less than a cross-country one.
How long does LTL take from Atlanta?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Atlanta delivered in 2 business days after pickup and 80% arrived within 4 business days. In-state and neighboring-state deliveries usually take 1–2 days; cross-country lanes typically take 4 or more.
Which LTL carriers pick up in Atlanta?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Atlanta, the most-used carriers were AAA Cooper Transportation, ABF Freight, Southeastern Freight Lines and Roadrunner, but dozens of national and regional carriers serve the area. Quoting them side by side is the fastest way to find the best price for a specific shipment.
Can I get a same-day LTL pickup in Atlanta?
Often, yes, if the shipment is booked early in the day and the carrier has a driver in the area. Late bookings usually roll to the next business day. A specialist can confirm pickup windows when you book.
Related
Figures are from LTL freight arranged through the Armstrong Transport Group network with pickups in the Atlanta area, September 2025 – August 2026. Price ranges are the middle 50% of all-in paid rates, rounded to $5, for budgeting only; they are not a quote.