Los Angeles to Baltimore Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.92/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.88/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

August typically sees elevated demand as back-to-school and late-summer freight peaks, combined with seasonal capacity constraints from carrier maintenance schedules. LA-Baltimore is a primary cross-country lane with steady shipper activity, supporting modest upward pressure on rates.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This major corridor maintains consistent carrier participation, though August heat and driver availability challenges prevent significant looseness in capacity.