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Ames, IA to Alhambra, CAFreight Rates

Ames, IAAlhambra, CA · 1,715 miClick to load live market rates
Dry van truckload
$4,920
$2.87 / mi
$4,428typical range$5,412
Flatbed truckload
$6,740
$3.93 / mi
$6,066typical range$7,414

Distance

1,715 mi

long haul

Transit

2.5 days

full truckload

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What's the Freight Rate from Ames to Alhambra?

Freight rates for this lane typically range between $4,428 and $7,414. These are based on national carrier data and market trends.

At roughly 1,715 miles, this is a long-haul lane — distance and fuel are the primary cost drivers, and rates track capacity in the IA origin market.

Market rate estimate
Ames, IAAlhambra, CA · 1,715 mi
Dry Van Trailer
Dry Van
$4,920
$2.87 / mi
Flatbed Trailer
Flatbed
$6,740
$3.93 / mi

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What Impacts Your Rate?

  • • Type of equipment (Dry Van vs. Flatbed)
  • • Fuel prices and lane mileage (1,715 miles)
  • • Seasonal trends and demand
  • • Freight type and weight

FAQs

What is the freight rate from Ames, IA to Alhambra, CA?

Current estimates for this lane run about $4,920 for a dry van and $6,740 for a flatbed full truckload, over roughly 1,715 miles (about $2.87 per mile for dry van). These are market-based ballpark estimates — get a free quote for a guaranteed rate.

How long does shipping take from Ames, IA to Alhambra, CA?

Typical full truckload transit on this lane is about 2.5 days, depending on pickup and delivery scheduling.

How accurate are these freight rates?

These are ballpark estimates based on national carrier data and current market trends. For a locked, guaranteed rate tailored to your shipment, get a free custom quote valid for 30 days.