Detroit to Newark Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–Newark corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.78/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.75/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
May seasonal demand uptick and post-Memorial Day volume typically elevates Northeast corridor rates. Detroit-Newark remains a solid secondary lane with moderate competition but consistent shipper demand.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Typical May capacity balance on this Midwest-to-Northeast corridor with steady carrier availability but selective acceptance of loads.
🇨🇦 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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