LTL Shipping From Orlando: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Orlando area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 756 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Orlando freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Orlando, FL, Sanford, FL, DeLand, FL, Kissimmee, FL and Maitland, FL. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Florida | 18% |
| Texas | 9% |
| California | 5% |
| Michigan | 5% |
| North Carolina | 4% |
| Georgia | 4% |
What LTL shipping costs from Orlando
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Orlando 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 | $260 – $535 | $355 | 269 |
| 500–999 lb | $325 – $635 | $450 | 161 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $285 – $800 | $515 | 185 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $580 – $1,760 | $1,030 | 99 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $475 – $2,255 | $1,240 | 40 |
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 Florida below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from Orlando
The median LTL shipment from Orlando delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 751 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, R+L Carriers and Southeastern Freight Lines moved 66% of the freight we arranged from Orlando; the rest went to Estes Express Lines and TForce Freight and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| AAA Cooper Transportation | 29% |
| R+L Carriers | 23% |
| Southeastern Freight Lines | 14% |
| Estes Express Lines | 6% |
| TForce Freight | 5% |
What ships from Orlando
The median shipment weighed 800 lb at a median freight class of 65. The most common classes were class 65 (66%), class 70 (6%) and class 175 (5%). 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 (69%), sporting goods & toys (13%), auto parts (5%) and industrial machinery & equipment (5%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Florida
Florida is a peninsula: far more freight comes in than goes out, and carriers price inbound and outbound lanes differently for that reason. Deliveries cluster around Miami–South Florida, Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville, along I-95, I-75 and I-4.
GetLTLRates compares tariff, dynamic and volume LTL pricing from 50+ carriers for Orlando pickups, and a dedicated Armstrong team handles scheduling, tracking and the final invoice.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Orlando?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Orlando area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $325 to $635 all-in, median $450, 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 Orlando?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Orlando 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 Orlando?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Orlando, the most-used carriers were AAA Cooper Transportation, R+L Carriers, Southeastern Freight Lines and Estes Express Lines, 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 Orlando?
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 Orlando 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.