Denver to Houston Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Denver–Houston 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
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Mid-July typically sees increased freight demand as peak summer shipping season approaches, with elevated industrial and retail restocking activity. Houston's major port and petrochemical demand supports steady upward pressure on rates from Denver.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Standard summer capacity with adequate carrier availability on this major corridor, though spot market rates reflect seasonal demand uptick.
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