Portland to Detroit Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Portland–Detroit 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 summer peak season intensifies, with automotive and consumer goods shipments to Detroit strengthening. Capacity remains moderately constrained due to seasonal driver availability and competing regional lanes.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Portland-Detroit is a secondary corridor with adequate carrier participation but elevated utilization during peak summer months limits available capacity.
🇨🇦 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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