Philadelphia to Houston Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.89/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.85/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.5% (rates rising)

August freight typically sees seasonal strength as back-to-school and pre-Labor Day demand increase supply chain activity. Philadelphia-Houston is a high-volume lane with consistent demand, supporting modest rate appreciation.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This major East Coast to Gulf Coast corridor maintains steady carrier availability despite seasonal demand uptick, with sufficient capacity to avoid severe constraints.