Seattle to Houston Freight Rates

Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Seattle–Houston corridor. Updated daily.

Capacity: Moderate

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)

October freight demand typically strengthens as peak season approaches and inventory replenishment accelerates ahead of Q4. Seattle-Houston corridor sees consistent intermodal competition and moderate capacity constraints due to Pacific Northwest seasonal patterns.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

This long-haul corridor (2,100+ miles) attracts adequate carrier supply but experiences periodic tightness when regional produce/perishable volumes spike or port congestion diverts equipment northbound.

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