Denver to Kansas City Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.89/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.87/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

→ Flat (stable rates)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

→ Flat (stable rates)

Denver-Kansas City is a balanced, well-established corridor with consistent demand from food distribution and manufacturing sectors. October typically sees stable rates as peak season transitions to normal operations, with mild seasonal lift from retail inventory movement.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This primary east-west lane has adequate carrier supply from both regional and national fleets, preventing significant tightness but maintaining steady utilization rates.