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
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
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.