Intermodal Trucking in El Paso, TX

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

$2.27

Rate / Mile

$19,295

Est. Gross / Month

$12,542

Est. Net / Month

South Central

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 South Central

The South Central dry van market is anchored by Texas, the nation's largest freight-generating state. Dallas-Fort Worth's massive distribution infrastructure, Houston's port and petrochemical complex, and cross-border freight through Laredo create a freight-rich environment. The I-35 corridor from Laredo to Dallas is one of the highest-volume lanes in the country. Year-round operating conditions and growing population fuel consistent demand.

Top Intermodal Lanes from El Paso

Dallas TX → Houston TX

San Antonio TX → Laredo TX

Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR

Houston TX → New Orleans LA

Why El Paso for Intermodal

Key Industries

Cross-border manufacturing
Defense & military (Fort Bliss)
Petroleum refining
Electronics assembly
Agriculture

Key Highways

I-10I-25 (Las Cruces, NM)US-54US-62/180Loop 375

Top Shippers

Fort Bliss (US Army)
Marathon Petroleum
Electrolux
Foxconn

Distribution Centers Near El Paso

Amazon ELP1 (El Paso)

Western Refining (Marathon Petroleum)

Electrolux Manufacturing (Juarez, MX)

Foxconn Assembly (Juarez, MX)

Raytheon Missiles & Defense (El Paso/White Sands)

T&T Staff Management (multiple maquiladora logistics)

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Intermodal Trucking in El Paso — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in El Paso is $2.27 per loaded mile. This reflects the South Central 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 El Paso can expect approximately $19,295 gross monthly revenue and around $12,542 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the El Paso market include: Dallas TX → Houston TX, San Antonio TX → Laredo TX, Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR, Houston TX → New Orleans LA. These lanes reflect the South Central freight patterns and may vary by season.

El Paso is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including cross-border manufacturing, defense & military (fort bliss), petroleum refining. Access to I-10, I-25 (Las Cruces, NM), US-54 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in El Paso include I-10, I-25 (Las Cruces, NM), US-54, US-62/180, Loop 375. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.