Phoenix to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Phoenix–Detroit corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.68/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.65/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.2% (rates rising)
Mid-summer peak season typically sees increased automotive and consumer goods demand to Detroit, while Phoenix origin capacity remains constrained by limited backhaul freight. Seasonal heat also reduces available equipment due to maintenance cycles.
Carrier Capacity
🔴 Tight
Long-haul westbound freight from Detroit to Phoenix is lighter than eastbound demand, creating equipment imbalances and reducing carrier availability on this northeastbound lane.
🇨🇦 US-Canada Tariff Alert
This corridor crosses the US-Canada border. 25–35% tariffs on non-USMCA goods are in effect. Verify USMCA compliance before tendering and expect border delay variability.
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