Jackson to Dallas Truck Dispatch
Freight route connecting Jackson, MS to Dallas, TX (425 miles). Cross-country freight connecting Mississippi to the Texas Triangle via I-20.
What do truck dispatch rates run from Jackson to Dallas?
Jackson to Dallas is a 425-mile lane paying about $1,020 - $1,190 per load, near $2.40 - $2.80 a mile. Freight is mostly consumer goods, nearshoring-connected freight and industrial equipment.
- Distance
- 425 miles
- Avg. rate / load
- $1,020 - $1,190
- Rate per mile
- $2.40 - $2.80
- Transit time
- 1 day
- Deadhead risk
- 20-25%
Lane rates reviewed September 2026. These numbers follow 2026 spot-market pricing and shift with fuel prices over this long haul. See our dispatch fee structure.
Jackson to Dallas
Jackson to Dallas is a 425-mile, roughly 6.5-hour run west on I-20, connecting Mississippi's capital to DFW's inland freight hub. DFW sits at the intersection of I-20, I-35 and I-45 with BNSF and Union Pacific intermodal facilities, giving this westbound corridor strong reload options.
Origin
Jackson, MS
Destination
Dallas, TX
Distance
425 miles
Transit Time
1 day
Average Rate
$1,020 - $1,190
Rate per Mile
$2.40 - $2.80
425-mile lane, about 6.5 hours on I-20
DFW sits at the intersection of I-20, I-35 and I-45 with BNSF and Union Pacific intermodal access
Jackson sits at the crossroads of I-20 and I-55
Jackson to Dallas: route facts a driver should know
Jackson sits at Mississippi's I-20/I-55 crossroads
Jackson is Mississippi's capital and largest city, sitting directly at the junction of I-20 and I-55, a natural freight crossroads roughly midway between Memphis and New Orleans.
Source: City of Jackson, MS, Office of Economic Development. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
The DFW Inland Port spans over 76,000 acres
The Dallas-Fort Worth Inland Port covers more than 76,000 acres at the crossing of I-20, I-30, I-35, and I-45, with access to Union Pacific and BNSF rail. It's described as the largest inland distribution market in North America.
Source: Partners Real Estate, Dallas-Fort Worth market research. Checked 30 Sep 2026.
Diesel for this lane
How much is the diesel for Jackson to Dallas?
About $385.97 this week. The lane is 425 miles. A truck that gets 6.5 miles per gallon uses about 65 gallons, and diesel is averaging $5.90 a gallon on this lane (week of October 19, 2026). The U.S. average diesel price is up 10 cents this week.
An estimate. It uses EIA's weekly average for this region, not the price at each pump. Your mpg and fuel card discounts change it.
- Distance
- 425 mi
- Diesel needed
- 65 gal
- Price used
- $5.90/gal
- Fuel cost
- $385.97
Common Freight Types
Consumer goods, nearshoring-connected freight and industrial equipment fill the trailers heading west.
- Retail Distribution
- Consumer Goods
- Furniture
What makes the Jackson to Dallas lane difficult?
A cross-region run this long requires careful hours-of-service planning
A cross-region run this long requires careful hours-of-service planning.
Competition from the 32,000+ local DFW truckers can compress rates during slow periods
Competition from the 32,000+ local DFW truckers can compress rates during slow periods.
I-20 through Louisiana and East Texas can see periodic congestion
I-20 through Louisiana and East Texas can see periodic congestion.
What freight moves on the Jackson to Dallas lane?
What travels between Jackson and Dallas, and why DFW's inland-hub role matters here.
Primary Commodities
- •Retail Distribution
- •Consumer Goods
- •Furniture
Secondary Commodities
- •Nearshoring/cross-border-connected freight
- •Consumer goods
- •Industrial equipment
Seasonal Cargo
Peak seasons for this lane:
- •Consumer goods (holiday surge)
- •Nearshoring-connected freight (steady, growing)
- •Industrial equipment (steady)
When is the Jackson to Dallas lane busiest?
Retail timing and steady nearshoring-connected freight both shape this lane.
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Slow Period?
A modest dip after the holidays, cushioned by steady nearshoring-connected freight.
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Peak Period?
Consumer goods climb from October through December.
Produce Season?
Not a major factor on this lane.
- •Q4 holiday retail season
- •Steady freight year-round
- •Summer freight demand
Seasonal Strategy Summary
This lane runs steady year-round, without a major seasonal swing to plan around.
How do I negotiate the best rate on the Jackson to Dallas lane?
When to book, who pays extra, and which loads need a congestion buffer.
When to Book
Suggested booking window:
1-2 days out is typical for this haul.
What Brokers Pay More
Loads that command more:
Time-critical nearshoring-connected freight tends to pay a premium given its growth.
When to Avoid
Loads to price carefully:
Be careful committing to a tight delivery window through Louisiana and East Texas without a congestion buffer.
Rate Negotiation Tips for Jackson to Dallas
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This is a long haul at 420 miles, so plan for a solid one-day trip, all on I-20.
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The DFW Inland Port's scale, over 76,000 acres, means broad freight demand across nearly every category.
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Jackson's I-20/I-55 crossroads position makes this an easy lane to combine with other Southern freight.
How do I find a backhaul load on the Jackson to Dallas lane?
DFW's intermodal rail access makes an eastbound load realistic.
Best Return Cities
Where to look for the return load:
- •Dallas, TX
- •Regional distribution hubs near Dallas
Deadhead Risk %
Deadhead risk on this lane: 20-25%
With DFW growing as an inland hub for nearshoring freight, there is real backhaul variety.
Alternative Routes
If the first load falls through, try these:
- •After delivery, look for reloads in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington. Your best targets are retail distribution, automotive, industrial and e-commerce freight. Also look at nearby distribution, manufacturing, port, food or farm facilities. If the main reload market is thin, reposition toward the nearest listed return city. Don't accept a long empty move.
Backhaul Optimization Tips
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Dallas-Fort Worth's massive inland port gives you strong backhaul odds in almost any direction.
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Jackson's crossroads position keeps eastbound loads flowing too.
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Give yourself real recovery time after this long run before your next dispatch.
What do experienced dispatchers know about the Jackson to Dallas lane?
Three notes before this westbound run.
Plan your hours-of-service and rest stops before this 6.5-hour run.
Consider Alliance Global Logistics Hub in Fort Worth for a reload option.
Build in a buffer for periodic congestion through Louisiana and East Texas.
A direct I-20 run connecting to the largest inland distribution market in North America.
Jackson to Dallas Lane FAQs
Answers on drive time, DFW's growth, and congestion.
The lane data shows about $1,020 - $1,190 per load, or $2.40 - $2.80 a mile, across 425 miles.
About 6.5 hours for the 425 miles on I-20.
It sits at the intersection of I-20, I-35 and I-45 with BNSF and Union Pacific intermodal access.
Reasonably, given DFW's growth as an inland hub for cross-border and nearshoring freight.
Other Mississippi freight lanes we dispatch
- Jackson to Houston
- Jackson to Nashville
- Jackson to Little Rock
- Jackson to Mobile
- Jackson to Tupelo
- Jackson to Charlotte
Local resources
Also serving the other end of this lane
Dry Van owner-operator, Southeast: +$2,550/week after moving to $2.85/mi on automotive parts / retail / beverage freight.
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