Intermodal freight transportation with Gelle Transport
Intermodal freight transportation can lower cost and fuel use on long lanes, but it is not right for every shipment. The best candidates are dense, non-urgent loads travelling roughly 500 miles or more between areas served by major rail terminals.
Good intermodal candidates
Consumer packaged goods, paper, beverages, building products and other dry freight on long, regular lanes. Freight with flexible delivery windows benefits most, because rail schedules are fixed.
Comparing intermodal with truckload
Truckload is usually faster and more flexible on short and medium lanes and for urgent freight. Intermodal often costs less per mile on long lanes and uses significantly less fuel per ton-mile. We compare both on your lanes before recommending a mode.
What’s included
Who it’s for
Shippers with long, regular lanes looking to cut cost and emissions. See the industries we serve.
How it works
- 01
Request a quote
Share pickup and delivery locations, freight details, equipment and dates.
- 02
Confirm the plan
We confirm equipment, appointments and price before dispatch.
- 03
Pickup and transit
On-time pickup, secure loading and proactive updates from 24/7 dispatch.
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Delivery and POD
Delivery to the agreed appointment with signed proof of delivery.
Coverage across the United States
We dispatch from North Kansas City, Missouri and serve shippers across the continental United States. Popular service areas for intermodal freight transportation include:
Intermodal Freight Transportation FAQs
How long does a lane need to be for intermodal?
Intermodal is typically most competitive on lanes of about 500 miles or more.
Does intermodal reduce emissions?
Rail generally uses much less fuel per ton-mile than trucks, so emissions per load are usually lower.
Can I mix truck and intermodal?
Yes, many shippers use intermodal for base freight and trucks for urgent loads.