LTL Shipping From Rio Grande Valley: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 873 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Brownsville, TX, McAllen, TX, MCALLEN, TX, Hidalgo, TX and Donna, TX. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| California | 14% |
| Texas | 13% |
| Illinois | 7% |
| Wisconsin | 6% |
| New York | 5% |
| North Carolina | 5% |
What LTL shipping costs from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) 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 | $200 – $305 | $240 | 84 |
| 500–999 lb | $250 – $510 | $305 | 67 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $310 – $625 | $445 | 201 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $575 – $1,225 | $780 | 198 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $905 – $1,810 | $1,315 | 191 |
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 Texas below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)
The median LTL shipment from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) delivered in 3 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 871 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. Saia, AAA Cooper Transportation and Estes Express Lines moved 69% of the freight we arranged from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr); the rest went to R+L Carriers and Southeastern Freight Lines and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Saia | 32% |
| AAA Cooper Transportation | 19% |
| Estes Express Lines | 18% |
| R+L Carriers | 13% |
| Southeastern Freight Lines | 6% |
What ships from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)
The median shipment weighed 3,330 lb at a median freight class of 70. The most common classes were class 65 (39%), class 77.5 (20%) and class 60 (7%). 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 plastics & packaging (75%), building materials (6%), auto parts (5%) and wholesale distribution (5%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Texas
Texas is one of the busiest LTL states in the country. Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston are two of the largest freight markets in the U.S., I-35 carries cross-border freight from Laredo, and the Rio Grande Valley brings produce and manufactured goods north from Mexico. Distances inside Texas are long, so an intrastate move can still take two days.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $250 to $510 all-in, median $305, 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 Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) delivered in 3 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 Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr), the most-used carriers were Saia, AAA Cooper Transportation, Estes Express Lines and R+L Carriers, 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 Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr)?
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 Rio Grande Valley (McAllen–Pharr) 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.