Chicago to Newark Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Chicago–Newark corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.78/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 summer peak season ramps up, with e-commerce and consumer goods driving volumes on the Chicago-Newark corridor. Capacity remains moderately constrained due to peak season demand and typical summer driver vacations.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Standard mid-summer conditions with balanced supply and demand; carriers report adequate equipment availability but selective on freight quality.
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