Los Angeles to Columbus Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Los Angeles–Columbus corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Mid-July typically sees seasonal demand increases as retailers prepare for back-to-school inventory, while summer construction projects compete for capacity. Spot rates on this major cross-country corridor trend upward during this period despite moderate carrier availability.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
LA-Columbus is a well-established lane with consistent carrier participation, though summer peak season creates moderate tightness in available trucks.
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