Rail-Connected Capacity for Cost-Efficient Long-Haul Freight. 

LONG-HAUL EFFICIENCY, CAPACITY, AND COST CONTROL 

When long-haul efficiency, capacity, and cost control matter, Source Logistics connects your supply chain to rail-served facilities and intermodal networks that move freight smarter across North America. 

 

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Rail & Intermodal Logistics Built for Modern Supply Chains

 

Rail and intermodal aren’t about replacing trucking – they’re about using the right mode for the right miles. Source Logistics supports customers with rail-adjacent warehouses, rail-served yards, and intermodal-ready locations that reduce long-haul costs while maintaining speed, flexibility, and visibility.

Unlike standalone rail providers, Source integrates rail access directly into its broader warehousing, distribution, and transportation network – so freight moves cleanly between modes without operational handoffs. 

Primary Rail & Intermodal Solutions

Source’s rail and intermodal capabilities are designed to integrate seamlessly with warehouse operations and transportation execution – giving shippers flexible options for long-haul freight without sacrificing control or visibility. 

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Rail-Access Warehousing

Select Source facilities offer direct in-facility or nearby rail access, supporting efficient inbound and outbound rail movements tied directly to warehouse operations.

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Rail Yard & Intermodal Proximity

Facilities positioned near major rail yards and intermodal terminals enable containerized freight, transload strategies, and drayage-supported flows.

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Integrated Truck & Rail Execution

Rail freight can be coordinated with Source-managed drayage, linehaul, and final-mile transportation for seamless modal transitions.

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Inventory & Shipment Visibility

Rail movements, warehouse inventory, and outbound orders remain visible through Source systems – reducing blind spots between rail and road.

When Rail Access Makes Sense

Rail and intermodal strategies are most effective when you’re facing: 

  • High long-haul transportation costs
  • Delivery windows with more flexibility 
  • Volume-driven or repetitive freight lanes 
  • Port, border, or terminal congestion 
  • Seasonal inventory builds or peak surges 
  • Import-heavy or cross-border supply chains 

Source helps evaluate where rail creates value – and where trucking or hybrid strategies remain the better fit. 

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Supported Markets & Network Coverage 

Rail-enabled and intermodal-adjacent Source locations support major U.S. logistics corridors, including: 

  • Southern California 
  • Texas border markets 
  • Midwest distribution hubs 
  • Northeast port-proximate regions 

These locations complement Source’s nationwide warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation network rather than operating in isolation.

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Why Brands Choose Source for Rail & Intermodal

Rail and intermodal success depends on execution, coordination, and network alignment – not just access. Brands choose Source because rail capabilities are delivered as part of an integrated logistics strategy, not a standalone offering.

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Network-First Strategy

Rail access is embedded within a broader logistics network – not treated as a siloed service.

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Operational Flexibility

Hybrid truck-rail strategies adapt to volume shifts, seasonality, and capacity charges.

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Single Partner Accountability

One provider coordinating warehousing, transportation, drayage, and rail execution.

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Visibility Across Modes

Unified data and reporting across rail, warehouse, and outbound flows.

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Rail as Part of a Smarter Logistics Strategy

Rail access delivers the greatest value when paired with Source’s full service suite, including: 

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Warehousing & Distribution

Warehousing & Distribution
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Transportation Management

Transportation Management
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Ecommerce & Fulfillment

Ecommerce & Fulfillment
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Value-Added Services

Value-Added Services
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Temperature-Controlled Storage

Temperature-Controlled Storage

Source designs mode-agnostic logistics strategies built around your freight – not fixed assumptions. 

Brands That Trust Source

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FAQs

Do all Source locations offer rail access?

No. Rail access is available at select Source-operated or partner facilities. Source evaluates rail suitability based on lane, volume, and operational fit. 

Does rail replace trucking in a Source network?

No. Rail is used strategically for long-haul or high-volume lanes, while trucking remains critical for drayage, regional, and final-mile delivery. 

How does Source manage visibility across rail and truck moves?

Rail shipments, warehouse inventory, and outbound transportation are tracked through Source systems to maintain continuity across modes. 

Let’s Evaluate Your Rail Opportunity

Rail and intermodal can unlock meaningful cost and capacity advantages – when executed correctly. 

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