Nashville to Houston Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Nashville–Houston 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)
Summer peak season typically drives rates upward in July, with Houston's distribution hub activity and Nashville's manufacturing demand creating consistent freight volume. Moderate capacity tightness from seasonal driver availability constraints supports rate appreciation.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-July sees balanced supply and demand on this 450-mile corridor, with adequate carrier availability but increased competition for quality loads to high-demand Houston markets.
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