Houston to Minneapolis Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the HoustonMinneapolis 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

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

August typically sees increased freight demand as retailers prepare for fall inventory, while summer construction activity competes for available capacity. Houston-Minneapolis corridor benefits from strong regional distribution demand but faces moderate competition from shorter regional lanes.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-August typically balances steady freight demand with adequate carrier supply on this established lane, though capacity tightens slightly ahead of peak season.

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