Kansas City to Denver Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Kansas City–Denver corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$2.18/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$2.12/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
August peak season typically drives increased freight demand across regional corridors; Kansas City to Denver sees elevated automotive and consumer goods shipments during this period. Carrier capacity tightens as drivers manage hours-of-service regulations on this 500+ mile haul.
Carrier Capacity
🔴 Tight
Summer peak demand combined with limited dry van availability in the Midwest-Mountain West corridor reduces carrier flexibility and supports elevated rate environment.
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