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Intermodal Trucking in Marietta, GA

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

$2.09

Rate / Mile

$17,765

Est. Gross / Month

$11,547

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 Marietta

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

Why Marietta for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Aerospace & defense manufacturing
  • Healthcare
  • Retail corporate operations
  • Higher education
  • Food and beverage

Key Highways

I-75I-285US-41 (Cobb Parkway)SR-120SR-5 (Austell Road)

Top Shippers

  • Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
  • WellStar Health System
  • Home Depot (nearby HQ)
  • The Coca-Cola Company (Marietta bottling)

Distribution Centers Near Marietta

Home Depot corporate distribution (nearby)
Coca-Cola Bottling distribution
WellStar Health logistics center

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Intermodal Trucking in Marietta — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Marietta is $2.09 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 Marietta can expect approximately $17,765 gross monthly revenue and around $11,547 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Marietta 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.
Marietta is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including aerospace & defense manufacturing, healthcare, retail corporate operations. Access to I-75, I-285, US-41 (Cobb Parkway) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Marietta include I-75, I-285, US-41 (Cobb Parkway), SR-120, SR-5 (Austell Road). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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