Newark to Houston Freight Rates

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

Capacity: Moderate

Current Spot Rate

$1.78/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.82/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▼ -3.5% (rates softening)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▼ -3.5% (rates softening)

Summer peak season (July) typically shows moderate freight demand, but mid-summer softening begins as shippers complete pre-summer inventory builds. Northeast-to-Houston corridor sees consistent volume but faces increased carrier capacity from seasonal hiring.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

Standard July capacity with seasonal carriers activated; Northeast-to-South lanes maintain steady competition without acute shortages.

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