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No-stress shipping, on-time delivery and low rates are guaranteed by the rail freight brokers at Direct Drive Logistics. Rail shipping is a great choice if your freight is traveling a long distance or you need to ship a lot of cargo.
We handle every aspect of rail shipping, from container to train to final destination. Our rail freight brokers map the most cost-efficient route including trucking your intermodal shipments to and from the railyard to guarantee your shipment arrives safely and on-time.
Rail freight shipping is the most economical option for long-distance transportation. Rail freights typically undercut trucking costs by 10-15% when shipping lengths are over 500 miles. Rail freight shipments are more fuel-efficient and can carry larger shipments than a single truck. Extensive intermodal infrastructure built up throughout the US over the decades streamlines the shipping process and reduces loading and unloading time and cost. Direct Drive Logistics are experts in brokering intermodal rail freight and plot out the best course of transport based on your timeline and location.
The United States has a vast rail system that makes rail freighting one of the best cross-country shipping systems in the country. With almost 140,000 miles of route lines, the US freight rail network is considered to be the best and most cost-efficient freight rail system worldwide. With modern infrastructure, a coast-to-coast delivery can be completed in just 7 days. Direct Drive Logistics keeps you updated on shipment location and estimated delivery times throughout the whole process.
| Specs | 20 ft. int’l container | 40 ft. int’l container | 45 ft. int’l container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard GMA Pallets (48” x 40”) | 8-10 | 18-20 | 20-22 |
| 48” x 48” Pallets | 8-10 | 18-20 | 20-22 |
| 42” x 42” Pallets | 8-10 | 18-20 | 20-22 |
| Approx. Max Payload | 62,000 lbs | 63,000 lbs | 60,000 lbs |
| Capacity Volume | 1,172 ft3 | 2,391 ft3 | 3,036 ft3 |
Shipping intermodal rail freight through Direct Drive Logistics offers a whole host of benefits including:
We broker deals for all types and sizes of rail freight. Our rail freight brokers work with you to choose the cargo container that best meets your needs. We offer rail shipping containers in a range of sizes, including: