Intermodal Trucking in Aurora, IL

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

$2.19

Rate / Mile

$18,615

Est. Gross / Month

$12,100

Est. Net / Month

Midwest

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 Midwest

The Midwest is the crossroads of American freight, with Chicago serving as the undisputed hub. I-80, I-90, and I-70 carry enormous dry van volume connecting coasts. Automotive parts, consumer goods, and agricultural products make up the bulk of loads. Competition is fierce but volume is massive. Carriers based near Chicago, Indianapolis, or Columbus benefit from exceptional load availability in virtually every direction.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Aurora

Chicago IL → Detroit MI

Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH

Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO

St. Louis MO → Nashville TN

Why Aurora for Intermodal

Key Industries

Air cargo logistics
Military
Healthcare
E-commerce fulfillment

Key Highways

I-225I-70E-470US-40 (Colfax Ave)US-83 (Parker Road)

Top Shippers

Amazon
FedEx
UPS
Buckley Space Force Base

Distribution Centers Near Aurora

Amazon DEN2 and DEN3

FedEx Ground hub

UPS distribution center

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Intermodal Trucking in Aurora — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Aurora is $2.19 per loaded mile. This reflects the Midwest 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 Aurora can expect approximately $18,615 gross monthly revenue and around $12,100 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Aurora market include: Chicago IL → Detroit MI, Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH, Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO, St. Louis MO → Nashville TN. These lanes reflect the Midwest freight patterns and may vary by season.

Aurora is located in the Midwest freight region with key industries including air cargo logistics, military, healthcare. Access to I-225, I-70, E-470 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Aurora include I-225, I-70, E-470, US-40 (Colfax Ave), US-83 (Parker Road). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Midwest region.