Intermodal Trucking in Wilkes-Barre, PA

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

$2.46

Rate / Mile

$20,910

Est. Gross / Month

$13,592

Est. Net / Month

Northeast

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.

Statewide Intermodal Overview

Intermodal rates, lanes, and regulations across all of Pennsylvania

Intermodal Earnings in Pennsylvania

Detailed earnings data for intermodal owner-operators in PA

Intermodal Market in the Northeast

The Northeast dry van market benefits from high-density consumer demand along the I-95 corridor. Port-driven import freight from Newark and Baltimore keeps capacity tight, especially during peak retail seasons. Tolls on the NJ Turnpike and I-95 cut into margins, but shorter average haul distances mean more loads per week. Owner-operators who master the congestion patterns and delivery windows can consistently outperform national averages.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Wilkes-Barre

Newark NJ → Boston MA

Philadelphia PA → Hartford CT

Baltimore MD → New York NY

Harrisburg PA → Albany NY

Why Wilkes-Barre for Intermodal

Key Industries

Warehousing & distribution
E-commerce fulfillment
Healthcare
Printing & publishing

Key Highways

I-81PA-309I-80 (nearby)PA-115US-11

Top Shippers

Amazon
Chewy
Geisinger Health System
Offset Paperback

Distribution Centers Near Wilkes-Barre

Amazon AVP1 Pittston

Chewy fulfillment Pittston

FedEx Ground Pittston hub

Amazon AVP3 Nanticoke

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Intermodal Trucking in Wilkes-Barre — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Wilkes-Barre is $2.46 per loaded mile. This reflects the Northeast 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 Wilkes-Barre can expect approximately $20,910 gross monthly revenue and around $13,592 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Wilkes-Barre market include: Newark NJ → Boston MA, Philadelphia PA → Hartford CT, Baltimore MD → New York NY, Harrisburg PA → Albany NY. These lanes reflect the Northeast freight patterns and may vary by season.

Wilkes-Barre is located in the Northeast freight region with key industries including warehousing & distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, healthcare. Access to I-81, PA-309, I-80 (nearby) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Wilkes-Barre include I-81, PA-309, I-80 (nearby), PA-115, US-11. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Northeast region.