Detroit to Houston Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–Houston corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.64/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
August typically sees increased freight demand for back-to-school and peak manufacturing season, while summer driver vacations reduce available capacity. The Detroit-Houston corridor experiences consistent southbound demand for automotive parts and general freight.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-August typically shows balanced supply and demand on this major lane, with consistent carrier availability despite seasonal vacation patterns.
🇨🇦 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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