Shipping from Pomona to Arkansas
From Pomona to Arkansas: zone 6, 3-day ground transit, $13.8 for a 3 lb parcel and $19.75 for a 10 lb parcel. These numbers are the starting point before residential and fuel surcharges layer on. If your Arkansas order volume is material, the zone number is worth optimizing.
Arkansas sits in the central freight corridor; Fayetteville's proximity to Bentonville makes it relevant for any brand pursuing retail distribution through national buyers.
Per-pound cost breakdown
Base residential ground rate from Pomona to a typical Arkansas ZIP (zone 6). Fuel, residential, and DAS surcharges are not included — see surcharge section below.
| Weight | Zone | Base rate | Est. transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | 6 | $12.10 | 3 days |
| 3 lb | 6 | $13.80 | 3 days |
| 5 lb | 6 | $15.50 | 3 days |
| 10 lb | 6 | $19.75 | 3 days |
| 20 lb | 6 | $28.25 | 3 days |
Top metros served on this lane
- Little Rock
- Fayetteville
- Fort Smith
Delivery time to Little Rock using example ZIP 72201: 3 business days ground from Pomona.
Multi-origin zone optimization
For Arkansas, our Savannah, GA node typically ships at zone 5 versus zone 6 from Pomona. That's a 1 zone difference and roughly $1.50 saved on a 3 lb parcel.
At scale, moving Arkansas-bound inventory to Savannah compounds on every shipment. If your Arkansasorder volume is material, it's worth modeling. The zone skipping calculator can pre-fill Arkansas and show you the annual delta.
What adds to base rate
Base zone rate is the floor. These surcharges apply to most Arkansas residential deliveries:
- Residential delivery. UPS and FedEx add ~$5.55 per parcel for residential addresses. Most DTC orders trigger this. Full surcharge breakdown.
- Delivery Area Surcharge (DAS). Rural, extended rural, and remote ZIPs in Arkansas add between $4.90 and $17.50 per parcel depending on tier. DAS ZIP code guide.
- Fuel surcharge. Indexed weekly to the US EIA fuel price. Currently running approximately 10-15% of base rate for ground service. Carriers publish the current index weekly.
- Peak/demand surcharge. Major carriers add seasonal surcharges from October through January. For high-volume sellers, this can add $0.40-$1.25 per parcel during peak weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What zone is Arkansas from Pomona?
Arkansas is zone 6 from our Pomona warehouse. Zone 6 means 3-business-day ground transit under standard carrier tables. Zone is assigned at the ZIP3 level at invoice time; this state-level figure is a planning approximation.
How long does ground shipping from Pomona to Arkansas take?
Ground service from Pomona to Arkansas is typically 3 business days in transit at zone 6. Actual transit depends on carrier, service level, and specific ZIP. Residential delivery and rural routes can add a day.
What's the cheapest carrier for parcels to Arkansas?
For most Arkansas ZIPs, UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, and USPS Ground Advantage are competitive. The best carrier depends on weight, dimensions, and destination ZIP. Pro Fulfill's hybrid carrier system compares rates at order time to select the lowest-cost option automatically.
Multi-origin quote for Arkansas shipping.
Tell us your Arkansas monthly volume and average order weight. We'll model Pomona, Savannah, and Edison side by side and show you the cheapest origin for this lane.