Intermodal Rail Shipping
for Mining & Natural Resources
Because you're not just shipping - you're delivering the nutrients that grow Canada's food
You’re moving bulk ore, mineral concentrates, potash, or refined metals – and every load needs to arrive intact, on time, and without added cost.
One late railcar, contaminated shipment, or lost tonnage doesn’t just impact delivery – it halts processing operations, breaks buyer trust, and hits your margins hard.
RailGateway delivers specialized intermodal rail shipping for mining and natural resources, trusted by mine operators, refiners, and exporters who demand reliability, reach, and real supply chain efficiency – coast to coast.
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Full Container Load (FCL) Intermodal Rail Shipping
Full Container Load (FCL) intermodal rail shipping 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 specialize in providing comprehensive FCL rail shipping services. 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.

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Why Mining & Natural Resource Experts Choose RailGateway

Reliable Coverage Where It Counts
From remote mines to global ports, RailGateway delivers seamless intermodal service across Canada and deep into U.S. resource corridors — including key connections for raw and processed materials. We get your freight where it needs to be, without detours or delays.
Lower Shipping Costs, Higher Margins
Reduce transportation costs by up to 40% compared to full truckload — without sacrificing delivery windows, cargo care, or reliability. More efficiency, less overhead.
Agri-Focused Freight Expertise
With over 30 years in rail and logistics, we understand the demanding project timelines, remote site challenges, and stringent safety regulations of the mining and natural resource supply chain. We don’t just move freight – we move it right.
Streamlined, Stress-Free Shipping
From booking to delivery, we simplify intermodal logistics so your team can stay focused on extraction, processing, and production – 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 bulk commodities, oversized equipment, industrial inputs, or finished metals across provinces or borders.
Preferred Partners of CN Railway & CPKC Railway
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:
- Best-in-Class Coverage & Rates
- Priority rail access across Canada and into the U.S.
- Unmatched reliability and scheduling
- Lower rates passed directly to you
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.
FAQs
Our intermodal network is designed for containerized freight. We specialize in moving processed and packaged goods such as finished metal ingots, palletized industrial minerals, and high-value concentrates in bags or liners. We also have extensive experience shipping project cargo, including heavy machinery, critical spare parts, and operational supplies securely packed for container transport. Please note that we do not handle loose, open-top bulk materials like raw ore or coal.
Absolutely. Our service is “intermodal,” meaning we combine the long-haul efficiency of rail with the versatility of truck transport. We coordinate the entire door-to-door journey, using trucks for the initial pickup from your remote mine or facility and for the final delivery to the port or destination, with the majority of the distance covered by secure, cost-effective rail.
We prioritize the security of your cargo from start to finish. Containers are sealed at your point of origin and are not opened until they reach their final destination, which significantly minimizes the risk of tampering or loss. Our process includes real-time tracking, proactive monitoring, and adherence to the stringent safety and security protocols required by the rail and mining industries, ensuring your assets are protected.
Yes, this is a primary advantage of our service. For the dense and heavy materials characteristic of the mining sector, intermodal rail is significantly more fuel and cost-efficient over long distances than shipping purely by truck. A single train can move the weight of hundreds of truckloads, generating substantial transportation savings for heavy containerized freight that can directly improve your project margins.
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.
- Cost savings over long distances
- Reduced carbon footprint (rail is 3–4x more fuel-efficient than trucking)
- Improved security and reduced handling
- Reliable transit times through scheduled rail networks
Intermodal is ideal for dry goods, non-perishable packaged products, building materials, and other full truckload freight that doesn’t require special handling. Temperature-controlled or time-sensitive shipments can also be accommodated with planning.
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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