Chicago to Phoenix Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Chicago–Phoenix corridor. Updated daily.

Capacity: Moderate

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)

October typically sees seasonal demand increases as retailers prepare for Q4 inventory, while driver availability tightens post-summer. Chicago-Phoenix is a high-demand lane with strong return loads, supporting modest rate appreciation.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-October capacity is balanced; sufficient carrier availability exists but selective on lane preference, with stronger competition for westbound moves than eastbound returns.

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