Newark to Chicago Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Newark–Chicago corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.85/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.82/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 freight demand as retailers prepare for back-to-school season, while summer construction season reduces available capacity on Northeast-Midwest corridors. This lane experiences seasonal strength during this period.
Carrier Capacity
🔴 Tight
Limited carrier availability due to competing demand on parallel routes and ongoing driver shortage in the Northeast region during peak summer season.
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