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Intermodal Trucking in Gilbert, AZ

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

$2.25

Rate / Mile

$19,125

Est. Gross / Month

$12,431

Est. Net / Month

Mountain West

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 Mountain West

Mountain West dry van operations face unique challenges from long distances between freight hubs and high deadhead percentages. Denver and Salt Lake City are the primary load origins, with Phoenix adding significant volume in the south. Carriers who can secure round-trip freight between these hubs perform well, but one-way loads into rural areas often require repositioning. The I-70 and I-80 corridors are critical arteries.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Gilbert

1
Denver CO → Salt Lake City UT
2
Phoenix AZ → Albuquerque NM
3
Boise ID → Salt Lake City UT
4
Las Vegas NV → Denver CO

Why Gilbert for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Technology and data centers
  • Healthcare
  • Retail
  • Construction

Key Highways

Loop 202US-60Loop 101 (nearby)Gilbert RoadWilliams Field Road

Top Shippers

  • Amazon
  • Deloitte
  • GoDaddy
  • Isagenix International

Distribution Centers Near Gilbert

Amazon delivery station
Gilbert Commerce Park

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Intermodal Trucking in Gilbert — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Gilbert is $2.25 per loaded mile. This reflects the Mountain West 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 Gilbert can expect approximately $19,125 gross monthly revenue and around $12,431 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Gilbert market include: Denver CO → Salt Lake City UT, Phoenix AZ → Albuquerque NM, Boise ID → Salt Lake City UT, Las Vegas NV → Denver CO. These lanes reflect the Mountain West freight patterns and may vary by season.
Gilbert is located in the Mountain West freight region with key industries including technology and data centers, healthcare, retail. Access to Loop 202, US-60, Loop 101 (nearby) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Gilbert include Loop 202, US-60, Loop 101 (nearby), Gilbert Road, Williams Field Road. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Mountain West region.

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