Baltimore to Los Angeles Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Baltimore–Los Angeles corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
August typically sees increased freight demand as retailers prepare for fall inventory, while summer maintenance season reduces available capacity. Cross-country rates from Baltimore to LA generally strengthen mid-summer as shipper volumes pick up.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-August typically balances seasonal demand with steady carrier availability on this major east-to-west corridor, though westbound capacity remains slightly constrained.
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