Dallas to Los Angeles Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Dallas–Los Angeles corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.85/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.79/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 retail inventory demand ahead of late summer promotions, driving elevated outbound freight from Dallas distribution hubs. West Coast capacity remains moderately constrained due to seasonal port activity and cross-border Mexico trade.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Standard seasonal pressure on Dallas-LA lane with adequate but not abundant carrier availability; spot rates trading 3-5% above contract baseline.
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