Freight Shipping from Fort Worth to Fayetteville
Ship freight from Fort Worth, TX to Fayetteville, AR with FMCSA-verified carriers. FTL from $817-$1,007, LTL from $409-$723. No hidden fees, no re-bills.
Distance
380 mi
Drive Time
7 hrs
FTL Rate Est.
$817-$1,007
LTL Rate Est.
$409-$723
Port Drayage Corridor
Fort Worth → Fayetteville Lane Market Snapshot
Active Carriers
152–176
running this lane
Weekly Loads
83–95
typical volume
Rate / Mile
$2.15–$2.67
dry van spot
Backhaul Score
70/100
Strong
Steady carrier availability year-round. Expect stable pricing with 5-8% swings during seasonal peaks.
Toll Estimate
$4–$7 one-way passing through TX, AR, OK. 1 typical fuel stop along the corridor.
Book For Best Rates
Best pickup days: Tue, Wed, Thu. Avoid: Sun, Fri PM, Mon AM. Mid-week pickups on this lane typically price 6-11% below weekend-adjacent bookings.
Fort Worth to Fayetteville Freight Corridor
Fort Worth is the aerospace and rail logistics capital of Texas. Lockheed Martin's mile-long factory produces every F-35 Lightning II fighter jet sold worldwide, generating classified, oversize, and high-security freight that requires specialized carriers. BNSF Railway's headquarters and Alliance Texas — the nation's largest inland port — create one of the most sophisticated intermodal logistics ecosystems in North America. Bell Textron builds V-22 Ospreys and commercial helicopters, adding to the aerospace freight base.
Northwest Arkansas is one of America's most remarkable freight ecosystems, anchored by the headquarters of three Fortune 500 companies: Walmart (#1), Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt Transport. Walmart's vendor community brings thousands of consumer products companies to Bentonville, making this relatively small metro one of the most freight-dense in the nation. Tyson's massive poultry processing operations generate enormous reefer volumes, while J.B. Hunt's headquarters campus serves as the nerve center for one of America's largest trucking and intermodal networks.
The Fort Worth-to-Fayetteville corridor spans 380 miles via I-35W, I-30, I-49, US-71. This lane connects aerospace & defense and rail logistics freight from the Fort Worth market to retail (walmart hq) and food processing (tyson hq) demand in Fayetteville. Carriers running this route regularly maintain competitive rates through strong backhaul availability in both directions.
What Ships from Fort Worth
Fort Worth's economy is driven by aerospace & defense, rail logistics, ranching & agriculture, generating consistent outbound freight demand.
F-35 fighter jet components
Bell helicopters
grain & cattle
consumer goods
dairy products
industrial equipment
What Fayetteville Receives
Fayetteville's retail (walmart hq), food processing (tyson hq), transportation (j.b. hunt hq) sectors drive strong inbound freight demand from markets like Fort Worth.
consumer goods (for Walmart testing)
packaging materials
food ingredients
building materials
industrial supplies
retail merchandise
Recommended Equipment
Based on the commodities moving between Fort Worth and Fayetteville, these equipment types best serve this corridor.
Dry Van (FTL)
Ideal for palletized consumer goods, electronics, packaged foods, and general merchandise. Enclosed protection from weather and theft.
$817-$1,007 estimated for this lane
Refrigerated (Reefer)
Required for temperature-sensitive freight including fresh produce, dairy, frozen foods, pharmaceuticals, and beverages. Maintains precise temperature control throughout transit.
$1,007-$1,273 estimated for this lane
Flatbed
Best for steel, lumber, machinery, building materials, and oversized loads that cannot be palletized or loaded through standard dock doors.
$1,083-$1,387 estimated for this lane
LTL (Less Than Truckload)
Cost-effective for shipments under 10,000 lbs or fewer than 10 pallets. Shared trailer space with other shippers reduces cost for smaller loads.
$409-$723 estimated for this lane
Rate Estimates by Shipping Mode
Estimated rates for the Fort Worth to Fayetteville lane (380 miles). Actual rates depend on commodity, weight, season, and equipment.
| Mode | Rate Estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| FTL (Full Truckload) | $817-$1,007 | 7 hrs |
| LTL (Less Than Truckload) | $409-$723 | 9-11 days |
| Expedited / Hot Shot | $1,235-$1,710 | 5 hrs |
Major Shippers on This Corridor
Key freight generators in both Fort Worth and Fayetteville that drive volume on this lane.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (F-35)
Bell Textron (HQ)
BNSF Railway (HQ)
Walmart (HQ Bentonville)
Tyson Foods (HQ Springdale)
J.B. Hunt Transport (HQ Lowell)
Shipping Tips for Fort Worth to Fayetteville
Fort Worth Seasonal Advisory
Defense freight follows federal fiscal year-end spending (September rush). BNSF intermodal volumes peak during Q4 import season. Livestock and agricultural freight from the Fort Worth Stockyards region is strongest March through October.
Fayetteville Seasonal Advisory
Walmart vendor shipments peak Q3-Q4 as holiday inventory builds. Tyson poultry processing ramps for Thanksgiving and grilling season. University of Arkansas football season creates temporary event freight. Spring buyers' market in Bentonville brings vendor freight surges.
Same-Day Delivery Possible
At 380 miles, a single driver can complete this route within a standard driving window. Expedited same-day service is available for time-critical shipments at a premium.
Book Early for Best Rates
Spot market rates fluctuate daily. Booking 3-5 days in advance typically saves 10-15% compared to same-day or next-day freight requests. For recurring shipments, ask about contract rates.
Logistics Infrastructure
How freight actually flows in and out of Fort Worth and Fayetteville — the warehouses, rail terminals, and highway spines that shape rates on this lane.
Origin
Fort Worth, TX
- Metro Population
- 7.6M metro (DFW)
- Avg Outbound Rate
- $2.05-$2.40/mi
- Key Highways
- I-35W, I-30, I-20
- Rail / Intermodal
- BNSF Alliance Intermodal Facility; Alliance Texas Logistics Hub
- Warehouse Districts
- AllianceTexas/I-35W North, South Fort Worth/I-20 Corridor, Haslet/Alliance Gateway
“AllianceTexas is not just an intermodal facility — it's a 27,000-acre master-planned logistics campus with its own airport, rail yard, and 50+ million square feet of warehouse space. Carriers who operate within the Alliance ecosystem can string together multiple loads without leaving the campus.”
Destination
Fayetteville, AR
- Metro Population
- 575K metro (Northwest Arkansas)
- Avg Outbound Rate
- $2.10-$2.50/mi
- Key Highways
- I-49, US-71, US-62
- Rail / Intermodal
- J.B. Hunt Intermodal Hub (Lowell)
- Warehouse Districts
- Springdale/I-49 Corridor, Bentonville/Walmart Vendor Zone, Rogers/Pinnacle Hills
“Walmart vendor compliance freight is a unique market — vendors must deliver to Walmart distribution centers on specific schedules with exact documentation, and penalties for late or non-compliant shipments are severe. Carriers who master Walmart's OTIF (On Time In Full) requirements access a reliable, high-volume freight stream.”
Return Loads from Fayetteville
Fayetteville generates consistent outbound volume. Backhaul to Fort Worth is generally available within 2-3 days at 65-78% of forward rate.
Top Backhaul Commodities from Fayetteville
Seasonal Rate Patterns
Oct-Dec (retail peak)
+15-22% on dry van, book 2+ weeks out
Mar-Oct (construction season)
+8-14% on flatbed
Fort Worth to Fayetteville Freight FAQs
How much does it cost to ship freight from Fort Worth to Fayetteville?
Full truckload (FTL) rates from Fort Worth, TX to Fayetteville, AR currently range $817-$1,007 (roughly $2.15-$2.67 per mile over 380 miles). LTL shipments typically cost $409-$723 depending on freight class, weight, and dimensions. Capacity is currently balanced on this corridor, so booking 3-5 days out locks in the best pricing. Request a custom quote for exact rates.
How long does freight take from Fort Worth to Fayetteville?
Standard FTL transit from Fort Worth to Fayetteville is approximately 7 hrs by truck over 380 miles, with 1 typical fuel stop along the corridor. LTL shipments add 2-4 business days due to terminal transfers. Expedited service with team drivers can reduce FTL transit by up to 40%.
What equipment do I need for Fort Worth to Fayetteville freight?
Equipment choice depends on your commodity. Fort Worth commonly ships F-35 fighter jet components, Bell helicopters, grain & cattle, which typically moves in standard dry van trailers. Fayetteville commonly receives consumer goods (for Walmart testing), packaging materials, food ingredients. Our team matches you with the right equipment type for your specific freight.
Is there good backhaul from Fayetteville to Fort Worth?
Strong backhaul (scored 70/100 based on Fayetteville's outbound commodity mix). Fayetteville generates consistent outbound volume. Backhaul to Fort Worth is generally available within 2-3 days at 65-78% of forward rate. Fayetteville's top outbound commodities — poultry products, consumer goods, pet food — are the most common return-load categories carriers target.
What commodities move from Fort Worth to Fayetteville?
The Fort Worth-to-Fayetteville corridor handles a diverse freight mix — freight brokers often call this the Port Drayage Corridor. Fort Worth's top outbound commodities include F-35 fighter jet components, Bell helicopters, grain & cattle, consumer goods, dairy products, industrial equipment. Fayetteville's primary inbound freight includes consumer goods (for Walmart testing), packaging materials, food ingredients, building materials, industrial supplies, retail merchandise. Industries driving this lane include aerospace & defense and rail logistics from Fort Worth and retail (Walmart HQ) and food processing (Tyson HQ) in Fayetteville.
When are rates highest on the Fort Worth to Fayetteville lane?
This lane's rate cycle is tied to aerospace & defense and rail logistics cycles. Key periods: Oct-Dec (retail peak) (+15-22% on dry van, book 2+ weeks out); Mar-Oct (construction season) (+8-14% on flatbed). For the lowest spot rates, ship mid-week (Tue, Wed, Thu) and avoid Sun, Fri PM, Mon AM pickups when possible.
Can freight from Fort Worth to Fayetteville be delivered same-day?
Yes. At 380 miles (7 hrs driving), a single driver can complete the Fort Worth-to-Fayetteville lane in one shift. Same-day delivery requires booking before 9 AM local time at origin and confirming dock availability at destination. Expedited service runs 6 hours with priority handling.
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