Houston, Texas to Kansas City, Missouri Freight Shipping
Houston → Kansas City Freight Rates
| Mode | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| LTL | $370 - $680 |
| FTL Dry Van | $1,600 - $2,000 |
| Flatbed | $2,000 - $2,450 |
| Reefer | $2,050 - $2,550 |
Rates are reviewed and confirmed by our freight team before dispatch. Accessorials (liftgate, residential, limited-access) and hazmat may adjust final pricing.
The Houston to Kansas City freight corridor spans roughly 841 miles on the I-10 Gulf Corridor. Palletized LTL shipments run $370 - $680, a dedicated dry-van truckload moves for $1,600 - $2,000, and temperature-controlled reefer freight runs $2,050 - $2,550. This lane runs headhaul-heavy — Houston moves more freight toward Kansas City than it pulls back, so outbound capacity is typically tighter than the return leg. Typical freight moving out of Houston includes Energy and Healthcare; Kansas City commonly receives Agriculture and Logistics. Every shipment includes a Bill of Lading and cargo insurance, with pickups available within 1–3 business days of booking. KeepShippin handles Houston–Kansas City freight end to end: carrier matching, accessorials, documentation, and delivery. Free instant quote — no phone call required.
Typical freight from Houston
- Energy
- Healthcare
- Aerospace
Typical freight into Kansas City
- Agriculture
- Logistics
- Tech
Every Houston–Kansas City shipment includes
- FMCSA-licensed carrier matching
- Cargo insurance & Bill of Lading
- Freight class verification (LTL)
- Accessorial & appointment handling