Intermodal Trucking in Lafayette, IN

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

$2.13

Rate / Mile

$18,105

Est. Gross / Month

$11,768

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 Lafayette

Chicago IL → Detroit MI

Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH

Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO

St. Louis MO → Nashville TN

Why Lafayette for Intermodal

Key Industries

Oil and gas services
Cajun food processing
Jewelry manufacturing

Key Highways

I-10I-49US-90US-167LA-182

Top Shippers

Halliburton
Schlumberger
Baker Hughes
Stuller Inc. jewelry

Distribution Centers Near Lafayette

Waitr food logistics hub

Rouses Markets DC

Stuller distribution center

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Intermodal Trucking in Lafayette — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Lafayette is $2.13 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 Lafayette can expect approximately $18,105 gross monthly revenue and around $11,768 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Lafayette 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.

Lafayette is located in the Midwest freight region with key industries including oil and gas services, cajun food processing, jewelry manufacturing. Access to I-10, I-49, US-90 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Lafayette include I-10, I-49, US-90, US-167, LA-182. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Midwest region.