Seamless and Optimized Intermodal Shipping
When long hauls drive up costs, intermodal shipping offers a smarter way to move your freight. By combining the reach of rail with the flexibility of trucking, ACV Freight helps you ship efficiently across the U.S. and Canada while keeping costs predictable.
With trusted rail and carrier partnerships, our team manages every leg of the journey, ensuring your freight moves safely, smoothly, and with full visibility. Whether your goal is to optimize budgets, expand regional reach, or add flexibility to your logistics strategy, ACV Freight’s intermodal solutions deliver reliability and consistency every mile.
Intermodal Freight Services
- Door-to-Door U.S. & Canada Coverage
Seamless coordination across borders with complete pickup-to-delivery service throughout the U.S. and Canada. - Rail & Drayage Coordination
We manage the rail and first/last-mile trucking to ensure your freight moves smoothly at every transfer point. - Cost Savings & Fuel Efficiency
Intermodal shipping helps reduce transportation costs while cutting emissions, making it a smarter choice for long hauls. - Real-Time Tracking Updates
Stay in the loop with transparent updates and MacroPoint visibility from departure to delivery. - Flexible Service Levels
Choose the timing, routes, and delivery options that fit your shipping schedule and budget.
Typical Shipments & Use Cases
- Cost-sensitive long-haul replenishment
- Steady retail, CPG, and industrial flows
- Seasonal surges and project freight
- Palletized consumer goods and packaging
- Non-urgent moves balancing budget and schedule
How We Work
- Share your shipment
Origin, destination, timing, commodity, and handling notes. - We build the route
Coordinate drayage, rail schedule, and last-mile plan to your window. - We oversee the move
Handoffs, milestone updates, and delivery confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is intermodal right for my shipment?
If you’re moving consistent freight over longer distances and have some schedule flexibility, intermodal is often a strong fit. Share your lane and timing, and we’ll advise options.
What kind of equipment connects with the rail leg?
First/last-mile moves typically use standard OTR equipment such as dry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck, or straight van matched to your commodity and site needs.
Can intermodal support time-sensitive deliveries?
Often, yes, within the constraints of rail schedules. Tell us your window and we’ll propose the most practical plan.
How do you keep me updated en route?
We provide clear status touchpoints at practical milestones so you always know what’s next.
What information helps you quote intermodal quickly?
Origin/destination, ready date/time window, commodity, weight and dimensions, pallet/piece count, any site or appointment notes, and preferred delivery timing.