Chicago to Tampa Freight Rates

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

Capacity: Moderate

Current Spot Rate

$1.62/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.58/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

October typically sees modest seasonal strengthening as peak season approaches, with holiday freight building. Chicago-Tampa remains a solid secondary lane with consistent demand from retail and consumer goods shippers.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Typical for Q4 pre-peak period with balanced supply; carriers moderately available but beginning to position for higher-demand freight.

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