Kansas City to Portland Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$2.18/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$2.12/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

Spring seasonal demand remains elevated through May with consistent produce and consumer goods shipments on the West Coast lane. Carrier capacity tightens as fuel costs stabilize at moderate levels, supporting modest rate increases.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Mid-May typically shows balanced supply and demand on KC-Portland; steady freight volumes with adequate carrier availability but limited excess capacity.