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You’re moving critical components, high-value parts, or finished vehicles – and every shipment needs to arrive securely, on schedule, and without costly delays.
One late container, damaged component, or missed delivery window doesn’t just impact logistics – it halts production lines, breaks manufacturer trust, and brings just-in-time schedules to a standstill.
RailGateway delivers specialized full container load (FCL), intermodal rail shipping for automotive, trusted by OEMs, parts manufacturers, and vehicle distributors who demand precision, security, and true just-in-time efficiency – coast to coast.
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RailGateway specializes in Full Container Load (FCL) intermodal rail shipping which offers a dedicated and cost-effective solution for businesses moving large volumes of goods. With FCL, your cargo occupies an entire shipping container, ensuring secure and direct transport from origin to destination without consolidation with other shipments. This minimizes handling, reduces the risk of damage, and often translates to faster transit times compared to less-than-container-load (LCL) options.
At RailGateway, we leverage our extensive network and expertise to manage every aspect of your shipment, from container booking and drayage to final delivery. Whether you’re shipping across Canada or bringing product inbound from Mexico and along the Mississippi Corridor, we streamline the process, offering reliable scheduling, competitive rates, and real-time tracking to give you peace of mind. Choose FCL rail with RailGateway for a robust, efficient, and environmentally friendly way to transport your valuable cargo.
From Prairie farms to coastal ports, RailGateway delivers seamless intermodal service across Canada and deep into the U.S. agri corridor – including key connections along the Mississippi. We get your freight where it needs to be, without detours or delays.
Reduce transportation costs by up to 40% compared to full truckload – without sacrificing delivery windows, cargo care, or reliability. More efficiency, less overhead.
With over 30 years in rail and logistics, we understand the just-in-time schedules, production line demands, and OEM compliance standards of the automotive supply chain. We don’t just move freight – we move it with precision.
Streamlined, Stress-Free Shipping
From booking to delivery, we simplify intermodal logistics so your team can stay focused on growing, processing, and distributing – not chasing down carriers or juggling paperwork.
Fast, Predictable Transit Times
Door-to-door service that competes with truckload speeds, backed by proactive updates and real-time tracking. Fewer unknowns. Fewer phone calls. Fewer delays.
Built for Sustainability and Scale
Intermodal shipping lowers your carbon footprint and scales with your operation – whether you’re moving critical components, high-value electronics, powertrains, or finished vehicles across provinces or borders.
As official partners of Canadian National Railway (CN Intermodal) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC Itermodal), RailGateway unlocks volume-based discounts and nationwide coverage for your business.
These long-standing partnerships allow us to offer:
Whether you’re shipping from Toronto to Vancouver or Calgary to Chicago, we’ve got you covered.
Let our trusted rail partners go to work for your bottom line.
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Check out our Intermodal Frequently Asked Questions page, or contact one of our intermodal experts to learn more about our services.
Absolutely. We build our intermodal solutions around your production schedules. By leveraging the reliability of scheduled rail for the long-haul portion and flexible trucking for the final mile, we create a dependable, seamless flow of goods that integrates directly into your JIT model, mitigating the risks of long-haul driver shortages and highway congestion.
Intermodal can reduce costs by up to 40% while maintaining comparable transit times and reliability. It’s especially efficient for longer hauls and recurring shipments – and it’s more scalable during peak seasons.
Security is paramount. Your cargo remains in a single, sealed, and locked container from origin to destination, minimizing handling and the risk of damage or theft. For finished vehicles and sensitive parts, we use specialized, enclosed equipment designed to provide maximum protection from the elements and transit-related stresses.
For shipments traveling over 700 kilometers, intermodal rail is typically more cost-effective and fuel-efficient than relying solely on trucks. This generates significant savings on fuel surcharges and overall freight costs, allowing you to improve your margins on high-volume lanes.
It’s fast and straightforward. Just fill out our quote form with your origin, destination, freight type, and volume. Our team will follow up with pricing and transit details – no guesswork, no delays.
Intermodal shipping is the movement of freight using two or more modes of transportation – typically rail and truck – without handling the actual cargo when changing modes. Your goods are loaded into a standardized container that moves efficiently between truck and train, reducing handling, delays, and risk of damage.
Intermodal shipping is ideal for a wide range of automotive goods, including inbound parts from Tier 1/2/3 suppliers, raw materials like steel coils and resins, outbound finished vehicles, and even specialized equipment. If you have consistent, high-volume shipments on long-haul lanes, you are a prime candidate to benefit from intermodal.
Not necessarily. For longer distances, especially across provinces or cross-border, intermodal can be as fast—or faster—than trucking, thanks to efficient rail routes and lower chances of delays. Plus, it’s more cost-effective and eco-friendly.
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