Houston to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Houston–Detroit corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.87/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▼ -3.5% (rates softening)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▼ -3.5% (rates softening)
July typically sees seasonal softening in the Houston-Detroit corridor as summer construction winds down and freight demand normalizes post-peak season. Carrier capacity remains adequate with moderate competition on this established lane.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Strong carrier availability on this major northbound lane with consistent freight flow supports competitive pricing without significant capacity constraints.
🇨🇦 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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