Find Intermodal and Rail Freight Providers in the U.S.

What intermodal / rail freight means

Intermodal freight moves containers long-haul by rail combined with truck drayage at each end, so the box travels by train between ramps and by truck for local pickup and delivery. These providers book the rail movement, arrange the dray on both ends, and manage container availability and ramp appointments.

When you need this type of provider

• You ship consistent volume on long lanes where rail can lower cost per mile.
• Your freight is not urgent and can absorb rail transit times.
• You want to reduce reliance on over-the-road truck capacity.
• You have shipments moving between major metro areas served by rail ramps.
• You are looking to cut fuel and emissions on long-haul moves.

What to compare

• Rail lanes and ramp locations served
• Container availability on your lanes
• Transit time versus over-the-road truck
• Cost per mile savings on long hauls
• Drayage coordination on both ends
• Transit reliability and on-time ramp performance
• IPI (interior point intermodal) routing options
• Domestic versus international container capability
• Ramp pickup and delivery windows
• Tracking and visibility from ramp to door

Questions to ask before requesting a quote

• Which rail lanes and ramps do you serve for my origin and destination?
• What is the typical transit time compared with a truckload move?
• How do you handle drayage and appointments on both ends?
• How reliable is container availability on my lanes?
• How do you provide tracking and visibility during the rail portion?
• What happens to transit and cost if a ramp is congested or a container is delayed?