Driving Time
15.5 hr
Driving Distance
1084 mi
Fuel Cost
$1007.95
Fuel cost is estimated from the national average diesel price according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration
Regional Fleet Services
Our safe, professional drivers deliver products throughout the Midwest to cities such as Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN and Minneapolis, MN. We concentrate in lanes covering the Midwest and parts of the east coast. We offer short and regional service featuring a late-model fleet and GPS tracking. We own more than 50 tractors, 60 trailers (both 48' and 53'), and expertly maintained power equipment.
Brokerage Services
Direct Drive Logistics is synonymous with versatility. Our 48-state brokerage authority covers TL and LTL, dry van, intermodal, and step deck trucks. Need spot capacity or having trouble covering that last load? Leave it to us to get you out of a jam – with one call, one price, and no headaches. Our brokerage service works as an extension of your transportation department.
Dedicated Fleet Services
Our "hybrid" dedicated contract carriage solutions provide the service of a dedicated fleet at the cost of a one-way carriage. They are customized to meet even the most complex customer transportation challenges. We develop backhaul savings programs and augment our dedicated fleet with one-way carriers to deliver high-level, cost-effective service.
Third-Party Logistics or Single Source Services
Enjoy the versatility of our complete third-party logistics offering. With our dedicated staff, state-of-the-art technology and complete asset capabilities, we can streamline all of your logistics needs, including:
- Basic transportation management services: carrier assignment, shipment status, exception management/communication, and track and trace
- Sourcing/procurement: carrier bid, carrier contracting, carrier rate and accessorial negotiation
- Carrier freight payment and audit: receipt of carrier invoices, payment of carrier invoices, and invoice generation to customers for freight charges
- Optimization/consolidation: mode determination, consolidation
- Order management: purchase order management
- Business Intelligence (BI): reporting, dashboards, and ad hoc query capabilities
- Transportation: management/coordination for cross docks
Contact the Houston freight shipping experts or request a free quote today!
Multimodal Shipping Options from Houston, TX to Chicago, IL
Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Shipping
- Faster transit times with no freight transfers and decreased handling.
- Cargo up to 80,000 pounds.
- Dedicated truck space for large shipments
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Freight
- Affordable solution for smaller shipments.
- LTL and Volume LTL for shipments of all sizes.
- Secure handling and real-time tracking.
Reefer (Refrigerated) Freight Shipping
- Temperature-controlled transport for perishables, chemicals, supplements, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and more.
- Cost-effective compliant solutions with insurance coverage.
- Cargo is held at a specified temperature throughout the shipping process.
Expedited Freight & Hot Shot Trucking
- 24/7 freight shipping solutions.
- White-glove handling for urgent deliveries.
- Real-time tracking and notifications.
Long-Haul Trucking & Logistics
- Houston, TX to Chicago, IL interstate freight.
- Cost-effective options for heavy loads.
- Dependable, pre-screened carrier network.
Air Freight
- Ideal for high-value, lightweight cargo, and urgent deliveries.
- Domestic air freight brokering from Houston, TX to Chicago, IL.
- Air Freight Forwarder with and extensive network of airports and air carriers.
Rail Freight
- Reduced carbon footprint compared to trucking.
- Save an average of 10-15% on shipping costs compared to trucking.
- Rail freight brokers connect you to an extensive network of intermodal freight container owner-operators.
Trailers and Carriers We Broker
Industries We Service
Small Business
Construction
Food & Beverage
Automotive
Lumber
Manufacturing
E-commerce
And More
