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Intermodal Trucking in Charlottesville, VA

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

$2.11

Rate / Mile

$17,935

Est. Gross / Month

$11,658

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 Charlottesville

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

Why Charlottesville for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Higher education and research
  • Healthcare
  • Technology
  • Wine and agriculture

Key Highways

I-64US-29US-250US-29 BypassSR-20

Top Shippers

  • University of Virginia
  • UVA Health System
  • State Farm (regional center)
  • CFA Institute

Distribution Centers Near Charlottesville

UVA central receiving
Charlottesville Commerce Park

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Intermodal Trucking in Charlottesville — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Charlottesville is $2.11 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 Charlottesville can expect approximately $17,935 gross monthly revenue and around $11,658 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Charlottesville 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.
Charlottesville is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including higher education and research, healthcare, technology. Access to I-64, US-29, US-250 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Charlottesville include I-64, US-29, US-250, US-29 Bypass, SR-20. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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