Rail Intermodal Freight Services
Reliable Rail Intermodal Freight Services Across North America
When long-haul shipping meets the need for cost-efficiency, rail intermodal freight services provide a smart, sustainable and reliable alternative. At AP Freight Inc., we integrate rail and truck transport to move containers efficiently across the USA and North America. Our intermodal services are ideal for high-volume freight, offering reliable transit with reduced fuel costs and a lower environmental impact. We handle end-to-end scheduling, drayage, transfers, and tracking therefore ensuring smooth transitions between modes. For businesses looking to balance speed, savings, and consistency, rail intermodal is a dependable, future-ready solution.
Why Choose Us
Our rail intermodal freight services blend the flexibility of trucking with the long-haul efficiency of rail. AP Freight Inc. handles every step from drayage and container loading to terminal coordination, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted movement. This approach lowers fuel costs, reduces carbon emissions, and offers more predictable transit times for large-volume freight. Whether you’re shipping regionally or cross-country, our rail intermodal solutions help you move more, spend less, and support a cleaner, more efficient supply chain.
- Reliable Delivery
- Customized Options
- Timely Pickup and Drop-offs
- Experienced Drivers and Carriers
FAQs
Q1: When is rail intermodal better than truckload?
Rail intermodal is ideal for long-distance freight that doesn’t require next-day delivery but still demands reliability. It helps reduce overall shipping costs, lowers carbon emissions, and offers consistent, scheduled transit. It’s especially useful for high-volume shipments that need predictable delivery over cross-country routes.
Q2: Does AP Freight Inc. handle transfers between truck and rail?
Yes. Our rail intermodal freight services include complete coordination covering drayage, container loading, unloading, and all terminal transfers. We ensure every handoff is seamless so your cargo stays on track without unnecessary delay or confusion.
Q3: Can intermodal work for time-sensitive freight?
In many cases, yes. While rail intermodal may not match the urgency of dedicated trucks, we assess your deadlines and optimize routing to ensure timely, dependable delivery that fits your schedule.