Eco-friendly long-distance shipping via national rail ramps is straightforward and secure. Here is what to expect from drop-off to final pickup.
Drive your vehicle to our designated intermodal rail depot during operating business hours at your convenience.
Complete a joint vehicle condition report, sign the official Bill of Lading (BOL), and watch as your car is safely secured inside an auto-rack rail car.
Your vehicle travels smoothly across major national rail corridors, offering high fuel efficiency and complete protection from highway traffic.
Receive an alert when the train unloads at the destination rail yard. Collect your vehicle within the free storage window and drive home.
Rail terminals are enclosed, gated facilities monitored 24/7. Take advantage of complimentary depot holding windows upon arrival before picking up your vehicle.
Rail freight produces significantly lower carbon emissions per ton-mile compared to traditional long-haul trucks, offering a green shipping alternative.
Leverage high-capacity train networks to reduce fuel surcharges and lower your total transport bill on cross-country cross-state routes.
Seamlessly connect major metropolitan hubs via primary intermodal rail lines, providing structured routes across major freight corridors.
Vehicles rest in gated, monitored intermodal facilities prior to train loading and after arrival, complete with complimentary yard storage windows.
| Service Feature | Terminal Rail Transport | Door-to-Door Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Impact | ✓ Lowest Carbon Footprint | Standard Highway Emissions |
| Long-Distance Fuel Efficiency | ✓ Maximum Fuel Efficiency | Subject to Highway Fuel Costs |
| Pickup & Drop-off Location | Intermodal Rail Terminal Yard | ✓ Direct Residence / Driveway |
| Schedule Flexibility | ✓ High (Drop off during rail hours) | Moderate (Must meet driver at window) |
| Yard Storage Period | ✓ Free holding period at depot | Immediate handoff required |
| Insurance & Inspection | ✓ Full BOL & Cargo Coverage | ✓ Full BOL & Cargo Coverage |
| Get Rail Terminal Quote | Get Door Quote |
Intermodal rail depots provide a complimentary holding window (typically 24 to 48 hours) once unloaded from the train car. Beyond this free grace period, daily storage fees may accrue.
Strict railroad safety regulations require vehicles to be completely empty of personal belongings. Only the spare tire, jack, and factory emergency equipment may remain inside the trunk.
Your tank must have no more than ¼ tank of fuel (and at least 1/8 tank) to comply with rail hazardous materials safety caps while ensuring sufficient fuel for yard driving and ramp loading.
Rail hubs are high-security freight facilities featuring perimeter fencing, gated check-in entry points, and 24/7 security monitoring to keep vehicles safe before loading and after transit.
Complete these required steps before driving your vehicle to the intermodal rail ramp:
Environmentally aware vehicle owners seeking to reduce the carbon footprint of their long-distance auto shipment.
Drivers moving vehicles coast-to-coast or across long interstate corridors where rail efficiency significantly lowers cost.
Relocators who want the freedom to drop off or collect their vehicle at a secure rail depot on their own time.
Our most budget-friendly truck option. Drop off and pick up daily drivers at secure regional depot facilities across primary highway corridors.
White-glove protection at lower rates. Full hard-sided trailer shielding for exotic, classic, or luxury cars with depot-to-depot convenience.