Atlanta, GA to Dallas, TX
781-mile freight corridor via I-20 W through Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana into Dallas-Fort Worth. 2 days transit. Easy difficulty.
Distance
781 mi
Transit Time
2 days
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.05 | $1,601.05 |
| Reefer | $2.50 | $1,952.5 |
| Flatbed | $2.70 | $2,108.7 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-20 W through Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana into Dallas-Fort Worth
Fuel Stops
4 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Good Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $1.90/mi
Common return cargo: Electronics, consumer goods, petrochemical products from Dallas distribution
Key Stops Along the Route
Atlanta, GA
Origin
Birmingham, AL
Tuscaloosa, AL
Meridian, MS
Jackson, MS
Vicksburg, MS
Monroe, LA
Shreveport, LA
Dallas, TX
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Two of the largest distribution hubs in the South connected by I-20. Year-round consistent demand. Holiday retail October-January creates surges in both directions. Summer heat across Mississippi and Louisiana is uncomfortable but manageable. Mississippi River flooding near Vicksburg can cause detours in spring.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
I-20 is the southern east-west spine connecting the two largest metros in the South. Truck volume is heavy at all hours.
Mississippi fuel prices are the cheapest on the corridor. Fill up between Meridian and Vicksburg.
Shreveport, LA is a solid mid-route stopping point with adequate truck parking and services.
Atlanta's I-20 West corridor (Douglasville, Villa Rica) has a growing warehouse cluster for good reloads.
Dallas receivers in the I-20 corridor (Mesquite, Terrell, Forney) are clustered but strict on appointment times.