Denver to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Denver–Detroit 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-summer demand surge from Denver industrial/distribution centers to Detroit automotive and manufacturing hubs typically drives rates 2-4% higher in July. Capacity tightens as carriers prioritize higher-margin regional moves.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Denver-Detroit is a secondary lane with adequate carrier availability but selective equipment positioning due to competitive long-haul rates on primary corridors.
🇨🇦 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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