Baltimore to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Baltimore–Detroit corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.92/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.88/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Late spring seasonal demand typically increases as retailers replenish inventory post-winter; Baltimore-Detroit corridor sees moderate headhaul competition from automotive suppliers and general merchandise destined for Midwest distribution hubs.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-May typically shows balanced capacity on this 550-mile Northeast-to-Midwest lane with consistent automotive and consumer goods freight offsetting seasonal variability.
🇨🇦 US-Canada Tariff Alert
This corridor crosses the US-Canada border. 25–35% tariffs on non-USMCA goods are in effect. Verify USMCA compliance before tendering and expect border delay variability.
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