Detroit to Seattle Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–Seattle corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.79/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
October typically sees modest seasonal freight demand increases as Q4 holiday inventory builds. Detroit-Seattle is a high-demand cross-country corridor with consistent shipper activity, supporting slight rate appreciation.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-October capacity is balanced; sufficient carrier availability exists but freight demand from automotive and consumer goods sectors keeps utilization at healthy levels.
🇨🇦 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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