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
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.78/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Houston-LA corridor typically experiences seasonal strength in Q4 as retail inventory builds ahead of peak season. October carriers are positioning for higher-margin loads, creating modest upward pressure on rates.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
West Texas-California lanes see consistent carrier interest, with moderate availability as some fleets rotate equipment toward higher-density Southeast corridors.
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