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Lane guide · Dry van · 1440 mi

Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX

LA → Dallas is one of the most consistent eastbound reposition options out of LA. Strong consumer-goods flow, balanced broker demand, and good follow-on lanes into the Midwest from Dallas.

Mileage
1440 mi
Dominant equipment
Dry van
Origin
Los Angeles, CA
Destination
Dallas, TX

Rates & seasonality

Current rate band
$1.60–$2.10 per mile (all-in) for dry van — eastbound reposition discount applies.
Seasonality
Peak weeks: Aug–Oct (Q4 inventory ramp). Softest: Mar–Apr.

Return lane & brokers

Return reposition
Dallas → LA at $2.10–$2.60/mi runs significantly stronger; consider it a paired lane.
Top brokers on this lane
C.H. Robinson, J.B. Hunt 360, Werner, Knight-Swift, Landstar, RXO are most active.

Find live Los Angeles to Dallas loads

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FAQ — Los Angeles to Dallas

What is the average rate for Los Angeles to Dallas freight?
The current Los Angeles to Dallas freight rate band is $1.60–$2.10 per mile (all-in) for dry van — eastbound reposition discount applies. for the dominant equipment type. Rates fluctuate weekly with broker tender volume — install Numeo Spot (free) on DAT to see live market rates for this lane every time you search.
How many miles is Los Angeles to Dallas?
Los Angeles to Dallas is approximately 1440 miles by the most common interstate route. Actual mileage varies by pickup and delivery zip code. The Numeo Spot Chrome extension calculates exact mileage, tolls, and deadhead for any DAT load you click on.
What is the best equipment for Los Angeles to Dallas?
The dominant equipment on Los Angeles to Dallas is dry van. LA → Dallas is one of the most consistent eastbound reposition options out of LA. Strong consumer-goods flow, balanced broker demand, and good follow-on lanes into the Midwest from Dallas.
Are there strong return loads from Dallas?
Dallas → LA at $2.10–$2.60/mi runs significantly stronger; consider it a paired lane.
Which brokers post the most Los Angeles to Dallas loads?
C.H. Robinson, J.B. Hunt 360, Werner, Knight-Swift, Landstar, RXO are most active.
When is Los Angeles to Dallas freight strongest?
Peak weeks: Aug–Oct (Q4 inventory ramp). Softest: Mar–Apr.

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