Houston to Los Angeles Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Houston–Los Angeles corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.72/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.68/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Summer peak season and elevated fuel prices typically support rate increases on the Houston-LA corridor. Capacity tightens in July as shippers maximize pre-peak inventory moves, driving demand for available equipment.
Carrier Capacity
🔴 Tight
July seasonal demand and cross-country hauls to LA create supply constraints; carriers maintaining selective freight acceptance despite higher available rates.
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