Memphis to Chicago Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Memphis–Chicago corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.72/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.68/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
Memphis-Chicago corridor typically sees modest spring rate increases in May due to seasonal demand uptick from retail and manufacturing activity. Moderate capacity tightening expected as carriers position equipment for summer peak season.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Regional carriers maintain steady availability on this major North-South corridor, though some capacity constraints emerging as dedicated lanes fill ahead of peak summer demand.
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