LTL Shipping From Cleveland: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Cleveland area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 1,259 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Cleveland freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Sharon Center, OH, Cleveland, OH, Akron, OH, Jefferson, OH and Aurora, OH. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Florida | 11% |
| New Jersey | 10% |
| Texas | 9% |
| Illinois | 6% |
| California | 6% |
| New York | 6% |
What LTL shipping costs from Cleveland
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Cleveland 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 | $265 – $375 | $315 | 268 |
| 500–999 lb | $275 – $455 | $355 | 205 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $305 – $655 | $430 | 335 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $500 – $1,075 | $690 | 188 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $730 – $1,290 | $1,005 | 166 |
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 Ohio below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from Cleveland
The median LTL shipment from Cleveland delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 1,241 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. TForce Freight, XPO and Ward Transport moved 52% of the freight we arranged from Cleveland; the rest went to Saia and Central Transport and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| TForce Freight | 28% |
| XPO | 17% |
| Ward Transport | 7% |
| Saia | 7% |
| Central Transport | 7% |
What ships from Cleveland
The median shipment weighed 1,720 lb at a median freight class of 65. The most common classes were class 50 (19%), class 55 (16%) and class 92.5 (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 (39%), plastics & packaging (25%), chemicals & consumer products (10%) and industrial machinery & equipment (5%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Ohio
Ohio sits within a day's drive of a large share of the U.S. population. Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland are all major LTL hubs, and manufacturing freight moves constantly between Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Cleveland?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Cleveland area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $275 to $455 all-in, median $355, 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 Cleveland?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Cleveland, the most-used carriers were TForce Freight, XPO, Ward Transport and Saia, 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 Cleveland?
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 Cleveland 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.