Seattle to Chicago Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Seattle–Chicago corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.85/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.81/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
October typically shows seasonal strengthening as peak holiday shipping begins and driver availability tightens. Seattle-Chicago is a high-utilization lane with consistent demand, supporting modest rate appreciation.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-October capacity is transitioning from post-Labor Day looseness to pre-holiday tightness, with balanced carrier availability on this major cross-country corridor.
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