Detroit to Cincinnati Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–Cincinnati corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.62/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.59/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
→ Flat (stable rates)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
→ Flat (stable rates)
Detroit-Cincinnati is a stable regional corridor with consistent midwest freight demand. August typically sees slight seasonal softening as summer peak freight moderates, but back-to-school retail inventory movement provides offsetting support.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
This 280-mile lane attracts regional carriers and linehaul operations; typical midwest capacity is neither constrained nor oversupplied in summer shoulder season.
🇨🇦 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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