Newark to Phoenix Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Newark–Phoenix corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$2.18/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$2.14/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
August peak season typically sees increased freight demand and reduced carrier availability as shippers accelerate pre-Labor Day shipments. Cross-country westbound lanes to Phoenix experience seasonal tightening due to limited backhaul opportunities from Arizona.
Carrier Capacity
🔴 Tight
Summer peak demand combined with typically constrained westbound capacity from New Jersey creates competitive carrier acquisition on this lane.
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