Memphis to Detroit Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the MemphisDetroit corridor. Updated daily.

⚠ US-CA Tariff ImpactCapacity: Moderate

Current Spot Rate

$1.82/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.78/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

Mid-July typically sees increased automotive and consumer goods shipments to Detroit distribution hubs, tightening capacity. Summer peak season combined with normal holiday inventory build creates modest upward pressure on rates.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Standard summer demand for this major manufacturing corridor creates balanced supply-demand; regional carriers maintain adequate availability but selective routing limits discounting.

🇨🇦 US-Canada Tariff Alert

This corridor crosses the US-Canada border. 25–35% tariffs on non-USMCA goods are in effect. Verify USMCA compliance before tendering and expect border delay variability.

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