St. Louis to Philadelphia Freight Rates

Current Spot Rate

$1.78/mi

Dry van (DAT-indexed)

Market Average

$1.72/mi

30-day corridor avg

7-Day Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

medium confidence

Rate Forecast

▲ +3.2% (rates rising)

Mid-July typically sees increased seasonal demand from retail replenishment and consumer goods movement to East Coast distribution centers. Modest capacity tightening expected as carriers position for back-to-school freight surge.

Carrier Capacity

🟡 Moderate

St. Louis to Philadelphia is a high-volume lane with consistent carrier availability, though summer demand creates typical seasonal pressure on capacity.