LTL Shipping From Nashville: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Nashville area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 737 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Nashville freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Portland, TN, Hermitage, TN, Nashville, TN, Murfreesboro, TN and Centerville, TN. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12% |
| Tennessee | 11% |
| Florida | 8% |
| California | 8% |
| Texas | 7% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
What LTL shipping costs from Nashville
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Nashville 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 | $235 – $445 | $285 | 261 |
| 500–999 lb | $265 – $530 | $350 | 177 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $290 – $585 | $410 | 145 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $340 – $770 | $485 | 68 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $540 – $1,025 | $715 | 61 |
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 Tennessee below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from Nashville
The median LTL shipment from Nashville delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 728 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, XPO and Averitt Express moved 55% of the freight we arranged from Nashville; the rest went to TForce Freight and Southeastern Freight Lines and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| AAA Cooper Transportation | 34% |
| XPO | 13% |
| Averitt Express | 8% |
| TForce Freight | 8% |
| Southeastern Freight Lines | 7% |
What ships from Nashville
The median shipment weighed 700 lb at a median freight class of 77.5. The most common classes were class 70 (27%), class 125 (10%) and class 85 (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 industrial machinery & equipment (47%), wholesale distribution (25%), building materials (7%) and chemicals & consumer products (6%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Tennessee
Tennessee is home to Memphis, one of the country's biggest distribution hubs, and Nashville on I-40, I-24 and I-65. Its central location puts much of the eastern U.S. within one or two days by truck.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Nashville?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Nashville area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $265 to $530 all-in, median $350, 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 Nashville?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Nashville 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 Nashville?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Nashville, the most-used carriers were AAA Cooper Transportation, XPO, Averitt Express and TForce Freight, 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 Nashville?
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 Nashville 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.