Detroit to St. Louis Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Detroit–St. Louis corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
May seasonality typically brings increased freight demand as shippers prepare for summer peak season, while carrier capacity remains moderately constrained. Detroit-St. Louis corridor shows typical Midwest strength with modest upward pressure on rates.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-May typically sees balanced supply and demand on this major Midwest corridor with adequate carrier availability but increasing utilization rates.
🇨🇦 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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