Atlanta to Houston Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the AtlantaHouston corridor. Updated daily.

Capacity: Moderate

Current Spot Rate

$1.82/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.78/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

August typically sees increased demand for freight movement ahead of fall peak season, with Houston receiving strong inbound volumes. Mid-summer capacity tightens as carriers position equipment for Q4 peaks, supporting modest rate increases on this major Southeast-Gulf corridor.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Atlanta-Houston is a well-traveled lane with consistent carrier availability, though summer demand and heat-related operational challenges create periodic capacity constraints.

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