Atlanta to Seattle Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.68/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.64/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

August typically sees increased freight demand heading into back-to-school and early fall retail inventory builds, combined with seasonal driver availability constraints. The Atlanta-to-Seattle lane experiences moderate capacity pressure during this period as carriers position equipment westbound.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-August shows balanced supply and demand with typical seasonal tightness; carrier availability is adequate but not abundant on this long-haul corridor.