Chicago to Seattle Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Chicago–Seattle 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
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
Mid-July typically sees increased e-commerce and seasonal freight demand heading into peak season, while carrier capacity tightens due to summer maintenance and driver time-off. West Coast lanes historically experience upward pressure during this period.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Chicago-Seattle is a well-traveled lane with steady carrier competition, though July's elevated demand moderates available spot capacity relative to contract freight.
Track this lane in real time
Get daily rate alerts, instant briefs, and carrier risk scores for Chicago–Seattle — free for up to 3 lanes.
Start free — no credit card requiredAlready have an account? Sign in