Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX

1435-mile freight corridor via I-10 E to I-20 E to I-30 E into Dallas. 2-3 days transit. Moderate difficulty.

Distance

1435 mi

Transit Time

2-3 days

Difficulty

Moderate

Toll Cost

$0-15

Average Rates Per Mile

Equipment	Rate/Mile	Est. Total
Dry Van	$2.15	$3,085.25
Reefer	$2.65	$3,802.75
Flatbed	$2.85	$4,089.75

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-10 E to I-20 E to I-30 E into Dallas

Fuel Stops

6 recommended

Tolls

$0-15

Common Freight Types

Consumer GoodsElectronicsProduceApparel

Backhaul Information

Good Backhaul Availability

Average backhaul rate: $1.85/mi

Common return cargo: Oil field equipment, manufactured goods, cotton

Key Stops Along the Route

Los Angeles, CA

Origin

Blythe, CA

Phoenix, AZ

Tucson, AZ

El Paso, TX

Midland, TX

Abilene, TX

Dallas, TX

Destination

Seasonal Trends

Heavy volume year-round. Peak westbound produce loads March-October from the Imperial Valley and Arizona. Holiday retail surge October-December drives eastbound demand. Summer heat can cause tire blowouts across the desert stretch.

Trucker Tips for This Lane

Fuel up in Tucson or Las Cruces -- prices spike near the CA/AZ border and in West Texas.

Carry extra coolant and check tires before the Mojave Desert stretch. Summer pavement temps exceed 150 degrees F.

The I-10/I-20 split near Kent, TX has limited services for 80+ miles. Top off before Pecos.

Use the Petro in Blythe or the Love's in Deming, NM for overnight parking -- both fill up fast after 7 PM.

Dallas receivers on I-20 east side often have 3-4 hour detention. Build that into your rate negotiation.

Los Angeles to Dallas FAQ

Current average rates on the Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX lane are approximately $2.15/mi for dry van, $2.65/mi for reefer, and $2.85/mi for flatbed. Rates fluctuate based on season, fuel costs, and market demand. The most common equipment types on this lane are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed.

The 1435-mile route from Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX typically takes 2-3 days. The recommended route is I-10 E to I-20 E to I-30 E into Dallas. Actual transit time depends on weather, traffic, HOS compliance, and whether you run solo or team. Plan for 6 fuel stops along the way.

Yes, backhaul availability on the return trip is good. Average backhaul rates run around $1.85/mi. Common backhaul cargo includes Oil field equipment, manufactured goods, cotton. Check DAT, Truckstop, and local brokers for the best return loads.

Estimated toll costs on the Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX corridor are $0-15. Factor these tolls into your rate negotiation -- they directly impact your net revenue per mile. Electronic transponders (E-ZPass, SunPass, etc.) can reduce costs and save time at toll plazas.

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Equipment

Rate/Mile

Est. Total

Dry Van

$2.15

$3,085.25

Reefer

$2.65

$3,802.75

Flatbed

$2.85

$4,089.75

Trucker Tips for This Lane

Fuel up in Tucson or Las Cruces -- prices spike near the CA/AZ border and in West Texas.

Carry extra coolant and check tires before the Mojave Desert stretch. Summer pavement temps exceed 150 degrees F.

The I-10/I-20 split near Kent, TX has limited services for 80+ miles. Top off before Pecos.

Use the Petro in Blythe or the Love's in Deming, NM for overnight parking -- both fill up fast after 7 PM.

Dallas receivers on I-20 east side often have 3-4 hour detention. Build that into your rate negotiation.

Los Angeles to Dallas FAQ