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Intermodal Trucking in Alpharetta, GA

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for intermodal owner-operators in Alpharetta.

$2.02

Rate / Mile

$17,170

Est. Gross / Month

$11,161

Est. Net / Month

Southeast

Market Region

About Intermodal Trucking

Intermodal drayage involves hauling containers between rail yards, ports, and distribution centers. Short-haul but high-frequency work, concentrated around major rail hubs and port cities.

Intermodal Market in the Southeast

The Southeast is one of the nation's strongest dry van markets, fueled by Atlanta's role as a distribution hub and Florida's massive consumer base. Savannah and Charleston ports generate steady import freight, while automotive manufacturing in Tennessee, Alabama, and South Carolina adds reliable contract lanes. Deadhead rates are generally favorable thanks to high freight density along the I-75 and I-85 corridors.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Alpharetta

1
Atlanta GA → Charlotte NC
2
Jacksonville FL → Nashville TN
3
Savannah GA → Memphis TN
4
Miami FL → Atlanta GA

Why Alpharetta for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Information technology
  • Financial technology
  • Healthcare IT
  • Telecommunications
  • Corporate headquarters

Key Highways

GA-400Old Milton ParkwayWindward ParkwaySR-9Haynes Bridge Road

Top Shippers

  • ADP
  • Microsoft
  • Verizon
  • McKesson

Distribution Centers Near Alpharetta

Amazon DAN2 fulfillment center
McKesson pharmaceutical DC
Verizon regional parts depot

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Intermodal Trucking in Alpharetta — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Alpharetta is $2.02 per loaded mile. This reflects the Southeast regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.
Based on current market estimates, a intermodal owner-operator based in Alpharetta can expect approximately $17,170 gross monthly revenue and around $11,161 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Alpharetta market include: Atlanta GA → Charlotte NC, Jacksonville FL → Nashville TN, Savannah GA → Memphis TN, Miami FL → Atlanta GA. These lanes reflect the Southeast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Alpharetta is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including information technology, financial technology, healthcare it. Access to GA-400, Old Milton Parkway, Windward Parkway provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Alpharetta include GA-400, Old Milton Parkway, Windward Parkway, SR-9, Haynes Bridge Road. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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