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Intermodal Trucking in Raleigh, NC

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

$2.04

Rate / Mile

$17,340

Est. Gross / Month

$11,271

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 Raleigh

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

Why Raleigh for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Technology & software
  • Pharmaceuticals & biotech
  • Government
  • Higher education
  • Healthcare

Key Highways

I-40I-440 (Beltline)I-540US-1US-64/US-264

Top Shippers

  • Cisco Systems
  • Red Hat (IBM)
  • Fidelity Investments
  • NC State Government

Distribution Centers Near Raleigh

Amazon RDU5 fulfillment center
Walmart DC #6059 (Laurinburg)
UPS regional hub (RDU Airport)
FedEx Ground (Selma)

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Intermodal Trucking in Raleigh — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Raleigh is $2.04 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 Raleigh can expect approximately $17,340 gross monthly revenue and around $11,271 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Raleigh 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.
Raleigh is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including technology & software, pharmaceuticals & biotech, government. Access to I-40, I-440 (Beltline), I-540 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Raleigh include I-40, I-440 (Beltline), I-540, US-1, US-64/US-264. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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