Seattle to Los Angeles Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Seattle–Los Angeles corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.78/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.74/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
August typically sees peak summer freight demand with increased consumer goods movement to retail distribution centers in Southern California. West Coast port congestion and elevated fuel costs support modest rate appreciation on this high-volume corridor.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Seattle-LA is a balanced lane with steady two-way freight; adequate carrier supply prevents significant tightening despite seasonal demand uptick.
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