Cincinnati to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Cincinnati–Detroit 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 demand typically strengthens as peak season approaches, with automotive sector activity in Detroit driving incremental rate increases. Capacity remains moderately constrained due to summer vacation schedules and ethanol hauling competition.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Cincinnati-Detroit is a secondary lane with steady OEM/supplier freight demand, but carriers have adequate availability with typical seasonal constraints.
🇨🇦 US-Canada Tariff Alert
This corridor crosses the US-Canada border. 25–35% tariffs on non-USMCA goods are in effect. Verify USMCA compliance before tendering and expect border delay variability.
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