Southeast to Midwest Intermodal Lane

CSX Transportation

Norfolk Southern

Union Pacific

CN Rail

CP Rail

Direct IMC — Not a Broker

East Coast Repositioning Program

US & Canada Coverage

53’ Domestic Containers

Door-to-Door Service

One Point of Contact

25,000+ Shipments Managed

CSX Transportation

Norfolk Southern

Union Pacific

CN Rail

CP Rail

Direct IMC — Not a Broker

East Coast Repositioning Program

US & Canada Coverage

53’ Domestic Containers

Door-to-Door Service

One Point of Contact

25,000+ Shipments Managed

Lane Overview

Southeast → Midwest

The Southeast to Midwest corridor is one of the strongest intermodal lanes in North America. OTR spot rates out of the Southeast consistently run at a premium, making rail the clear economic choice for loads 750+ miles.

LaserNet Jax holds direct contracts with CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern — the two primary carriers on this corridor. No broker, no middleman, one margin between you and the railroad rate.

What to Expect

53’ domestic containers, door-to-door service
Typical transit: 3–4 days origin to destination
Same-day and next-day capacity available through our dray network
Daily shipment updates on every active load
One dedicated contact from booking to delivery

Common Questions

How long does intermodal take from the Southeast to the Midwest?

Door-to-door transit typically runs 3–4 days — approximately 1–2 days longer than OTR on the same lane. For planned, steady-state freight, that window is almost always acceptable.

Does my freight need special equipment for intermodal?

No. Intermodal containers load exactly like a standard 53’ dry van trailer. Your dock, your forklift, your standard loading process — nothing changes at your facility.

What is the minimum volume for intermodal on this lane?

There is no formal minimum, but intermodal works best with consistent volume — even a few loads per week makes the transition straightforward. We’ll tell you honestly if your volume and lane profile are a fit.

Can you get same-day or next-day capacity?

Yes. Our dray carrier relationships on the Southeast–Midwest corridor go back 25+ years. We have real capacity when larger providers are out of options.

Rate Comparison

Typical OTR Spot~$3,200–$3,800

Intermodal All-In~$2,400–$2,900

Savings Per Load$600–$900+

Transit Time3–4 days

RailroadsCSX / Norfolk Southern

Equipment53’ Domestic Container

ServiceDoor-to-Door

These are typical market ranges. Your actual rate depends on specific origin/destination, volume, and current market conditions. Get a direct quote for your lane.

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Southeast → Midwest

Southeast → Midwest

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