Detroit to Phoenix Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–Phoenix corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.58/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.54/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
October typically sees seasonal capacity tightening as peak season builds and harvest freight competes for equipment. Detroit-Phoenix is a solid backhaul lane with moderate demand fundamentals supporting modest rate improvement.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Midwest carriers have adequate availability for westbound moves, though return loads from Phoenix remain competitive, keeping the lane balanced with slight equipment scarcity.
🇨🇦 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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