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Intermodal Trucking in Honolulu, HI

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

$2.41

Rate / Mile

$20,485

Est. Gross / Month

$13,315

Est. Net / Month

West Coast

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 West Coast

West Coast dry van rates are bolstered by port-driven import freight from Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, and Seattle-Tacoma. The sheer volume of containerized imports creates consistent outbound demand, especially eastbound loads. Rates tend to be higher than the national average due to operating costs and the imbalance between inbound (import) and outbound freight. California's regulatory environment adds compliance costs but also limits competition.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Honolulu

1
Los Angeles CA → Phoenix AZ
2
Seattle WA → Portland OR
3
Oakland CA → Reno NV
4
Fresno CA → Los Angeles CA

Why Honolulu for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Military & Defense (Pearl Harbor/Hickam)
  • Tourism logistics
  • Construction
  • Port operations

Key Highways

H-1 FreewayH-2 FreewayH-3 FreewayFarrington HighwayKamehameha Highway

Top Shippers

  • Matson Navigation
  • Pasha Hawaii
  • Young Brothers (inter-island)
  • Hawaiian Airlines Cargo

Distribution Centers Near Honolulu

Costco Hawaii regional DC (Kapolei)
Meadow Gold Dairies distribution
Times Supermarkets warehouse (Sand Island)

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Intermodal Trucking in Honolulu — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Honolulu is $2.41 per loaded mile. This reflects the West Coast 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 Honolulu can expect approximately $20,485 gross monthly revenue and around $13,315 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Honolulu market include: Los Angeles CA → Phoenix AZ, Seattle WA → Portland OR, Oakland CA → Reno NV, Fresno CA → Los Angeles CA. These lanes reflect the West Coast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Honolulu is located in the West Coast freight region with key industries including military & defense (pearl harbor/hickam), tourism logistics, construction. Access to H-1 Freeway, H-2 Freeway, H-3 Freeway provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Honolulu include H-1 Freeway, H-2 Freeway, H-3 Freeway, Farrington Highway, Kamehameha Highway. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the West Coast region.

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