Los Angeles to Chicago Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Los Angeles–Chicago corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.85/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.82/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
August typically sees increased freight demand as back-to-school and pre-Labor Day inventory movements peak, while summer maintenance season reduces carrier capacity. LA-Chicago remains a core lane with steady outbound freight pressure.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Standard August seasonality creates balanced supply-demand with adequate carrier availability but limited flexibility for spot market negotiations.
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