Intermodal Rail
From Road to Rail, Save on Transportation Costs and Build Flexibility into Your Supply Chain
Leverage reliable access to capacity, leading technology, and 24/7 support from a trusted partner to get cost savings when shipping intermodal freight
Savings, Efficiency, and Reliability
Maximize your shipping efficiency with Echo’s intermodal service offering. Our intermodal solutions help clients save as much as 30% on shipping costs annually. As a certified intermodal marketing company (IMC), Echo offers comprehensive solutions supported by North America’s extensive railroad networks.
With more than 100,000 dry-van and temperature-controlled intermodal containers and partnerships with all class 1 railroads, we are uniquely positioned to seamlessly serve your needs across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Diversify your supply chain operations with intermodal and enjoy cost savings, increased capacity, and environmental sustainability.
Why Ship with Echo?
Access Unmatched Capacity
As a certified IMC, our comprehensive intermodal network includes more than 100,000 dry-van and temperature-controlled containers. Our relationships with top North American intermodal providers bring you the best bundled rate, container availability, and capacity to easily ship anywhere in North America.
Active Visibility
To provide you with real-time information and visibility on your shipment, we offer the state-of-the-art track and trace functionality you need to stay informed every step of the way.
Dedicated Experts 24/7
With more than two decades of intermodal experience, our team focuses on the details while never losing sight of your big picture goals. As a true partner, our intermodal experts excel at building relationships to reduce costs and increase efficiency for our clients.
Green and Clean
Intermodal trains can move one ton of freight 500 miles on a single gallon of gas—using less fuel and emitting less CO2 than trucks. Talk with Echo, an EPA SmartWay partner, about over-the-road alternatives that help protect the environment and simplify transportation.
Newegg
An online retailer for computer hardware and consumer electronics, partnered with Echo to ensure their needs were met during a driver and equipment shortage.
Learn More About Echo’s Intermodal Solutions
Fulfill Any Shipping Need With Multimodal Freight Services
Full Truckload
Leverage our size, scale, and network to access unmatched capacity at competitive rates.
Less Than Truckload
Access more than 120 top-volume LTL carriers and more than $700 million in buying power.
Temperature-Controlled LTL
Ensure freight stays in optimal condition with flexible, year-round temperature-controlled capacity.
Partial Truckload
Pay only for the space you need with access to 7,500+ partial truckload carriers and consolidators.
International Air & Ocean
Get your shipment to its destination no matter the distance with international partnerships.
Small Parcel
Optimize small parcel shipping by analyzing your activity with our innovative technology.
Specialized
Move any item anywhere with solutions for unique shape, size, or destination needs.