LTL Shipping From St. Louis: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the St. Louis area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 1,643 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where St. Louis freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Hazelwood, MO, St. Louis, MO, Earth City, MO, St. Clair, MO and Saint Clair, MO. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| California | 9% |
| Texas | 6% |
| Florida | 6% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| Iowa | 4% |
| Ohio | 4% |
What LTL shipping costs from St. Louis
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from St. Louis 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 – $505 | $365 | 253 |
| 500–999 lb | $435 – $760 | $595 | 975 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $430 – $970 | $645 | 304 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $485 – $890 | $635 | 63 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $535 – $1,035 | $715 | 35 |
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 Missouri below or see how distance changes pallet shipping costs.
Transit time and carriers from St. Louis
The median LTL shipment from St. Louis delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 5 business days (based on 1,600 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, Averitt Express and Estes Express Lines moved 54% of the freight we arranged from St. Louis; the rest went to XPO and Cross Country Freight Solutions and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Saia | 35% |
| Averitt Express | 10% |
| Estes Express Lines | 9% |
| XPO | 8% |
| Cross Country Freight Solutions | 7% |
What ships from St. Louis
The median shipment weighed 640 lb at a median freight class of 175. The most common classes were class 175 (50%), class 92.5 (15%) and class 85 (9%). 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 furniture (89%) and plastics & packaging (4%), among shipments where the shipper’s industry is known.
Shipping freight out of Missouri
Missouri has two freight hubs at either end of I-70: St. Louis on the Mississippi and Kansas City, one of the country's largest rail and trucking centers. Central location makes it a common origin for Midwest distribution.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from St. Louis?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the St. Louis area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $435 to $760 all-in, median $595, 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 St. Louis?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from St. Louis delivered in 2 business days after pickup and 80% arrived within 5 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 St. Louis?
On freight Armstrong arranged from St. Louis, the most-used carriers were Saia, Averitt Express, Estes Express Lines and XPO, 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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis 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.