Houston to Denver Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Houston–Denver corridor. Updated daily.

Capacity: Moderate

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)

October typically sees increased freight demand ahead of Q4 peak season, while carrier capacity tightens as equipment repositions. Houston-Denver corridor remains consistently strong due to petrochemical and regional distribution activity.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-October positioning activity limits available equipment on northbound lanes, though not critically tight; carriers maintain reasonable availability at premium rates.

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