LTL Shipping From Tampa: Rates & Transit
What it actually costs to ship LTL freight out of the Tampa area, how long it takes and where it goes, from 2,730 shipments Armstrong Transport Group arranged from September 2025 – August 2026.
Where Tampa freight goes
Pickups came mostly from Tampa, FL, Clearwater, FL, Ybor City, FL, Lakeland, FL and Sebring, FL. By destination, the top states were:
| Destination state | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| Florida | 24% |
| North Carolina | 7% |
| Texas | 6% |
| New York | 5% |
| California | 4% |
| Georgia | 4% |
What LTL shipping costs from Tampa
These are the all-in rates Armstrong customers actually paid from Tampa 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 – $395 | $275 | 612 |
| 500–999 lb | $190 – $385 | $250 | 451 |
| 1,000–2,499 lb | $230 – $460 | $315 | 673 |
| 2,500–4,999 lb | $305 – $600 | $425 | 505 |
| 5,000–9,999 lb | $415 – $870 | $600 | 351 |
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 Tampa
The median LTL shipment from Tampa delivered in 2 business days after pickup, and 80% arrived within 4 business days (based on 2,707 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, Averitt Express and ABF Freight moved 52% of the freight we arranged from Tampa; the rest went to R+L Carriers and FedEx Freight and other national and regional carriers, depending on which one priced each shipment best.
| Carrier | Share of shipments |
|---|---|
| AAA Cooper Transportation | 21% |
| Averitt Express | 21% |
| ABF Freight | 10% |
| R+L Carriers | 9% |
| FedEx Freight | 9% |
What ships from Tampa
The median shipment weighed 1,400 lb at a median freight class of 110. The most common classes were class 110 (33%), class 70 (14%) and class 125 (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 (53%), wholesale distribution (20%), auto parts (9%) and plastics & packaging (7%), 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.
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How much does it cost to ship a pallet from Tampa?
For a 500–999 lb LTL shipment out of the Tampa area, the middle half of Armstrong customers paid $190 to $385 all-in, median $250, 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 Tampa?
Across all destinations, the median shipment from Tampa 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 Tampa?
On freight Armstrong arranged from Tampa, the most-used carriers were AAA Cooper Transportation, Averitt Express, ABF Freight 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 Tampa?
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 Tampa 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.