Memphis to Minneapolis Freight Rates

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

Capacity: Tight

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)

Early October typically sees seasonal freight volume increases as retailers build inventory for Q4, while carrier capacity remains constrained post-harvest season. Memphis-Minneapolis corridor benefits from strong regional manufacturing demand and limited northbound backhaul availability.

Carrier Capacity

🔴 Tight

Carriers prioritize longer-haul loads and regional spot loads; northbound capacity from Memphis remains limited due to agricultural transport competition and post-peak carrier repositioning.

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