Chicago to Memphis Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Chicago–Memphis corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.79/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
October typically sees pre-holiday freight volume increases and seasonal capacity tightening as carriers position for Q4 peaks. The Chicago-Memphis corridor remains a strong secondary lane with steady intermodal competition.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Balanced supply and demand on this major Midwest-to-South corridor with adequate carrier participation from both truckload and LTL providers.
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