Houston to Seattle Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.85/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.82/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

Summer peak season demand typically strengthens westbound lanes to Seattle in July, particularly for e-commerce and retail inventory replenishment. Moderate capacity tightness combined with fuel cost stability supports modest rate appreciation.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Houston-Seattle is a major lane with consistent carrier participation, but peak season reduces available empty equipment for return loads, creating mild capacity constraints.