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
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Mid-May typically sees seasonal demand uptick from manufacturing and retail restocking in Denver metro. Carrier capacity moderately constrained as spring freight volumes increase and some fleets redirect to higher-paying regional lanes.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Chicago-Denver is a well-balanced lane with steady carrier interest, but May seasonal demand is beginning to tighten available equipment.
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