Freight lane guide
Is Louisville, KY to Detroit, MI a good truck lane?
Use this lane page to pressure-test rate per total mile, deadhead, fuel cost, and broker cash-flow before you book.
Loaded miles
360 mi
Typical deadhead
50 mi
Deadhead risk
Medium
Lane read
Automotive freight can pay, but appointments and parts volatility matter.
Fuel cost considerations
Shorter lane; downtime risk can outweigh diesel changes.
Break-even rule for this lane
Do not judge this lane on loaded miles alone. Add loaded miles plus expected deadhead, multiply by your true cost per mile, then add the margin you need for risk, time, and the next reload.