Tacoma, Washington to Chicago, Illinois Freight Shipping
Tacoma → Chicago Freight Rates
| Mode | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| LTL | $680 - $1,320 |
| FTL Dry Van | $3,750 - $4,650 |
| Flatbed | $4,750 - $5,650 |
| Reefer | $4,750 - $5,900 |
Rates are reviewed and confirmed by our freight team before dispatch. Accessorials (liftgate, residential, limited-access) and hazmat may adjust final pricing.
Shipping freight from Tacoma, WA to Chicago, IL on the I-5 Pacific Northwest Corridor? Expect $680 - $1,320 for LTL, $3,750 - $4,650 for FTL dry van, $4,750 - $5,650 for flatbed, and $4,750 - $5,900 for reefer — all carrier-confirmed, no spam calls. This lane runs headhaul-heavy — Tacoma moves more freight toward Chicago than it pulls back, so outbound capacity is typically tighter than the return leg. Typical freight moving out of Tacoma includes Military and Shipping; Chicago commonly receives Finance and Manufacturing. Every shipment includes a Bill of Lading and cargo insurance, with pickups available within 1–3 business days of booking. Compare LTL vs full-truckload vs reefer pricing for the Tacoma–Chicago lane instantly, then book with FMCSA-licensed carriers backed by cargo insurance.
Typical freight from Tacoma
- Military
- Shipping
- Manufacturing
Typical freight into Chicago
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Tech
Every Tacoma–Chicago shipment includes
- FMCSA-licensed carrier matching
- Cargo insurance & Bill of Lading
- Freight class verification (LTL)
- Accessorial & appointment handling