Chicago to Denver Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Chicago–Denver corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.85/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.82/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Mid-July typically sees increased freight demand as shippers move inventory ahead of back-to-school season and summer peak. Chicago-Denver is a key cross-country lane with steady regional manufacturing and retail distribution flows.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Standard carrier availability on this major corridor with balanced supply and demand; typical seasonal uplift from summer shipping peaks but no acute capacity constraints.
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