Tampa to Chicago Freight Rates
Current spot rates, 7-day forecast, and carrier capacity for dry van freight on the Tampa–Chicago corridor. Updated daily.
Current Spot Rate
$1.82/mi
Dry van (DAT-indexed)
Market Average
$1.79/mi
30-day corridor avg
7-Day Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
medium confidence
Rate Forecast
▲ +3.5% (rates rising)
May seasonal demand typically drives rates upward as summer shipping season begins and inventory replenishment increases. Tampa-Chicago corridor shows moderate tightness due to regional supply chain activity and competing lanes.
Carrier Capacity
🟡 Moderate
Mid-May carrier availability is balanced; increased demand for northbound lanes is offset by reasonable carrier supply returning from spring doldrums.
Track this lane in real time
Get daily rate alerts, instant briefs, and carrier risk scores for Tampa–Chicago — free for up to 3 lanes.
Start free — no credit card requiredAlready have an account? Sign in