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Reefer Freight Rates in Minnesota

Current per-mile reefer freight rates for loads in, out of, and through Minnesota (MN). Baseline reefer rates run around $2.35/mile and flex with lane distance, fuel, season, and capacity around Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Sample reefer rates from Minnesota

LaneMilesMarket range$/mile
Intra-MN (regional)50$402 – $448$2.77
MN → TX1,288$2,520 – $2,686$2.02
MN → CA1,864$3,646 – $3,888$2.02
MN → IL556$1,248 – $1,366$2.35
MN → GA1,287$2,518 – $2,684$2.02

Sample rates only. Use the calculator for an exact reefer rate on your lane.

Top Minnesota reefer freight hubs

Minneapolis, MN
Saint Paul, MN
Duluth, MN

What drives reefer rates in Minnesota

Minnesota reefer freight rates move with lane distance, fuel, seasonality, and capacity balance. Typical reefer loads in Minnesota include produce, meat and seafood, dairy. Shippers using reefer equipment out of Minneapolis usually price at or near the $2.35/mile national baseline, adjusted for the specific lane.

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Reefer freight rates in Minnesota — FAQ

What is the average reefer rate per mile in Minnesota?+

Reefer freight in Minnesota generally prices near $2.35 per mile, with short runs inside MN carrying a per-mile premium and long hauls amortizing lower.

How much does reefer shipping cost from Minneapolis, MN?+

Cost depends on distance and timing. Minimums for reefer freight start around $425; run your exact lane through the free rate tool for a current market range.

Which Minnesota markets have the most reefer capacity?+

Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Duluth carry the deepest reefer capacity in Minnesota, so rates out of those markets are usually more competitive.

What drives reefer rates in MN up or down?+

Fuel prices, seasonality, weather, and the balance of inbound versus outbound freight in Minnesota all move reefer pricing week to week.

Is this a binding reefer freight quote?+

No. These are non-binding market benchmarks for budgeting and negotiation. Use the rate tool for a current market range on your specific lane.

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