Use this calculator to get an estimated cost for your Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight shipment with FedEx Freight. Please note that this is an estimation based on common freight pricing factors and does not reflect actual FedEx rates, which can vary based on specific contracts, real-time market conditions, and other variables. Always obtain a direct quote from FedEx Freight for precise pricing.
Class 50 (e.g., Bricks, Steel)
Class 55 (e.g., Cement, Some Machinery)
Class 60 (e.g., Car Parts, Palletized Stone)
Class 65 (e.g., Auto Accessories, Bottled Beverages)
Class 70 (e.g., Car Accessories, Foodstuffs)
Class 77.5 (e.g., Tires, Some Cabinets)
Class 85 (e.g., Crated Machinery, Furniture)
Class 92.5 (e.g., Computers, Refrigerators)
Class 100 (e.g., Boat Parts, Wine Racks)
Class 110 (e.g., Cabinets, Artworks)
Class 125 (e.g., Small Appliances, Display Racks)
Class 150 (e.g., Bookshelves, Pianos)
Class 175 (e.g., Couches, Clothing)
Class 200 (e.g., Aluminum Parts, Mattresses)
Class 250 (e.g., Plasma TVs, Exercise Equipment)
Class 300 (e.g., Blinds, Kayaks)
Class 400 (e.g., Deer Antlers, Light Fixtures)
Class 500 (e.g., Gold Leaf, Fragile Glass)
For cargo insurance purposes.
Accessorial Services:
Understanding FedEx Freight and LTL Shipping
FedEx Freight specializes in Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping, which is ideal for businesses that need to ship goods that are too large for parcel services but don't require a full truckload. LTL carriers consolidate multiple shipments from different customers onto a single trailer, making it a cost-effective solution for mid-sized freight.
Key Factors Influencing LTL Freight Costs:
Freight Class (NMFC): This is one of the most critical factors. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) assigns a freight class (from 50 to 500) to commodities based on four characteristics:
Density: Weight per cubic foot. Denser items generally have lower classes.
Stowability: How easily the freight can be loaded with other freight.
Handling: Difficulty of handling due to shape, fragility, or special care requirements.
Liability: Value per pound, susceptibility to theft, or likelihood of damage.
Lower freight classes (e.g., Class 50) are for dense, durable, and easily handled items, resulting in lower per-pound shipping costs. Higher classes (e.g., Class 500) are for light, fragile, or difficult-to-handle items, leading to higher per-pound costs.
Weight: The total weight of your shipment. LTL rates are often quoted per hundredweight (CWT), and typically, the per-pound rate decreases as the total weight increases due to economies of scale.
Distance (Origin & Destination): The mileage between the pickup and delivery locations significantly impacts the base rate. Longer distances generally mean higher costs.
Accessorial Services: These are additional services beyond standard dock-to-dock delivery. Common accessorials include:
Liftgate Service: Required if either the pickup or delivery location doesn't have a loading dock, and the freight needs to be lowered or raised from the truck.
Inside Delivery/Pickup: When the driver needs to move the freight beyond the immediate dock area into a building.
Residential Delivery/Pickup: Delivering to or picking up from a residential address, which often involves navigating smaller streets and less accessible areas.
Limited Access Delivery/Pickup: For locations with restricted access, such as schools, churches, construction sites, military bases, or remote areas.
Declared Value (Insurance): While not strictly an accessorial, declaring a higher value for your shipment increases the carrier's liability and typically incurs an additional charge, providing more comprehensive coverage than the carrier's standard liability.
Fuel Surcharge (FSC): A variable fee added to the base rate to account for fluctuating fuel prices. It's usually calculated as a percentage of the base rate and changes weekly or monthly.
Minimum Charge: LTL carriers often have a minimum charge per shipment, regardless of how small the shipment is.
How to Use This Estimator:
Input your shipment details, including origin and destination zip codes, total weight, number of pallets, and the determined freight class. Select any necessary accessorial services and declare a value if you wish to add insurance. The calculator will provide an estimated total cost based on these factors.
Important Disclaimer:
This calculator provides an estimation only. Actual FedEx Freight rates depend on many dynamic factors, including specific contractual agreements, current fuel prices, market demand, and real-time capacity. For an accurate quote, always contact FedEx Freight directly or use their official quoting tools.
Example Scenarios:
Here are a few examples using realistic (but simulated) numbers:
Small, Dense Shipment:
Origin: 90210, Destination: 10001
Weight: 300 lbs, Pallets: 1
Freight Class: 60
Declared Value: $500
Accessorials: None
Estimated Cost: ~$250 – $350 (Base rate lower due to density, no extra services)
Medium, Standard Shipment with Liftgate:
Origin: 60601, Destination: 75201
Weight: 800 lbs, Pallets: 2
Freight Class: 85
Declared Value: $2,000
Accessorials: Liftgate Service
Estimated Cost: ~$550 – $750 (Higher class, more weight, plus liftgate fee)