Kansas City to Los Angeles Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Kansas City–Los Angeles corridor. Updated daily.

Capacity: Moderate

Current Spot Rate

$1.79/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.81/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

→ Flat (stable rates)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

→ Flat (stable rates)

October typically sees stable freight demand post-peak season with moderate carrier capacity. KC-LA lane maintains consistent rates around $1.75-1.85/mile as seasonal volatility subsides.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Standard carrier availability on this major corridor with balanced supply-demand; slight seasonal softening from Q3 peak but sustained by regional freight distribution needs.

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