Rail and drayage freight services
Intermodal Shipping
Rail efficiency paired with reliable local execution.
How Intermodal Shipping fits your operation
Intermodal shipping combines rail and truck capacity to move freight across longer North American lanes. Transend coordinates the full picture, including equipment, drayage on each end, and the practical details that keep the move organized.
Best for
- Longer lanes across the US and Canada
- Freight that can benefit from rail pricing
- Shippers planning regular containerized moves
- Teams seeking an alternative to full truckload
What Transend coordinates
- North American rail coverage
- All equipment sizes
- Origin and destination drayage
- Spotted trailer capability
- Static pricing options
- End-to-end shipment coordination
Working with Transend
Assess the lane
We look at timing, freight requirements, and the lane to see where rail can add value.
Connect rail and truck
Our team coordinates the ramp activity and drayage on both ends of the shipment.
Manage the full move
You have one team following the freight through each part of the journey.
Frequently asked questions about Intermodal Shipping
What is intermodal shipping?
Intermodal shipping combines rail and truck transportation. Freight moves by rail for the long-haul portion, while drayage carriers handle pickup and final delivery.
When is intermodal a good choice?
Intermodal is often a strong option for longer lanes where the transit plan can accommodate rail service and the freight fits available equipment.
Does Transend arrange drayage for intermodal moves?
Yes. We coordinate the drayage at the origin and destination so the rail move and the local truck moves work together.
Related freight services
- Drayage Services: From port or rail to the next move in your supply chain.
- Cross Border Freight: North American freight, planned for every border crossing.
- Dry Van Truckload: The everyday workhorse, handled with care.
Talk through your freight
Speak with Transend about intermodal shipping and the next move in your supply chain.