Intermodal Trucking in Williston, ND

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

$2.16

Rate / Mile

$18,360

Est. Gross / Month

$11,934

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 Williston

Chicago IL → Detroit MI

Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH

Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO

St. Louis MO → Nashville TN

Why Williston for Intermodal

Key Industries

Oil and gas production
Oil field services
Water hauling
Construction
Agriculture

Key Highways

US-2US-85ND-1804ND-23US-85 Truck Bypass

Top Shippers

Hess Corporation
Continental Resources
Whiting Petroleum
Halliburton

Distribution Centers Near Williston

Halliburton supply yard

Schlumberger operations base

Baker Hughes supply center

Walmart Supercenter regional supply

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Intermodal Trucking in Williston — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Williston is $2.16 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 Williston can expect approximately $18,360 gross monthly revenue and around $11,934 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Williston 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.

Williston is located in the Midwest freight region with key industries including oil and gas production, oil field services, water hauling. Access to US-2, US-85, ND-1804 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Williston include US-2, US-85, ND-1804, ND-23, US-85 Truck Bypass. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Midwest region.