Efficient Intermodal & Rail Transport

Shipping long-distance? You could be saving thousands by putting your freight on the rails. JDR combines truck and rail for cost-effective, long-distance freight solutions.

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The Intermodal Journey: Door-to-Door

A seamless integration of road and rail for maximum efficiency.

First Mile

A JDR truck picks up your container at your facility with precision timing.

Drayage

Efficient transport of the container to the nearest strategic rail ramp.

Rail Transport

The container travels cross-country via cost-effective national rail networks.

Last Mile

Final pickup at the destination ramp and delivery straight to the receiver's dock.

Key Benefits of Intermodal Shipping

Significant Savings

Rail is far more fuel-efficient for long hauls. By utilizing intermodal routes for shipments over 500 miles, we significantly reduce your cost per mile and secondary surcharges.

Eco-Friendly

Improve your corporate sustainability. Shipping by rail can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 75% compared to standard over-the-road trucking transit.

High Capacity

Eliminate capacity crunches. JDR provides access to a vast North American rail network that can handle large volumes of freight and surge demands with ease.

Reduced Handling

Safety is built-in. Your freight stays sealed in one high-security ISO container from door to door, drastically reducing the risk of damage or loss during transit.

Is Intermodal Right for You?

Intermodal is typically most effective for shipments traveling over 500-700 miles that are not extremely time-sensitive. If this fits your freight profile, you could see substantial savings.

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Intermodal Transport Questions

Almost any dry goods, consumer products, and construction materials can be shipped via intermodal. We utilize standard ISO containers that are perfect for palletized cargo, bulk raw materials, and finished retail goods.

Generally, intermodal transit takes 1-3 days longer than standard truckload shipping, depending on the route and distance. It is an ideal solution for shippers who can plan ahead to gain significant cost savings.

We primarily utilize 53-foot domestic containers for North American shipments, which provide a similar volume capacity to a standard dry van trailer. We also handle 20-foot and 40-foot international containers for intermodal moves involving ports.

Yes. JDR provides true door-to-door service. We manage the initial pickup (first mile), the transport to the rail ramp, the rail shipment itself, and the final truck delivery (last mile) at the destination.

Optimize Your Long-Haul Shipping

Let us analyze your shipping lanes and provide a comparative quote to show you the benefits of intermodal. Efficiency starts with modern logistics.

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