Intermodal Trucking in Cincinnati, OH

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for intermodal owner-operators in Cincinnati.

$2.17

Rate / Mile

$18,445

Est. Gross / Month

$11,989

Est. Net / Month

Midwest

Market Region

About Intermodal Trucking

Intermodal drayage involves hauling containers between rail yards, ports, and distribution centers. Short-haul but high-frequency work, concentrated around major rail hubs and port cities.

Intermodal Market in the Midwest

The Midwest is the crossroads of American freight, with Chicago serving as the undisputed hub. I-80, I-90, and I-70 carry enormous dry van volume connecting coasts. Automotive parts, consumer goods, and agricultural products make up the bulk of loads. Competition is fierce but volume is massive. Carriers based near Chicago, Indianapolis, or Columbus benefit from exceptional load availability in virtually every direction.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Cincinnati

Chicago IL → Detroit MI

Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH

Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO

St. Louis MO → Nashville TN

Why Cincinnati for Intermodal

Key Industries

Air cargo & logistics
Consumer products
Grocery & food distribution
Aerospace manufacturing

Key Highways

I-75I-71I-74I-275I-471US-50

Top Shippers

Amazon
DHL
Kroger
Procter & Gamble

Distribution Centers Near Cincinnati

Amazon CVG1/CVG2/CVG3 Hebron KY

Kroger distribution center

DHL Supply Chain warehouse

Walmart DC Williamsburg

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Intermodal Trucking in Cincinnati — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Cincinnati is $2.17 per loaded mile. This reflects the Midwest regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a intermodal owner-operator based in Cincinnati can expect approximately $18,445 gross monthly revenue and around $11,989 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Cincinnati market include: Chicago IL → Detroit MI, Indianapolis IN → Columbus OH, Minneapolis MN → Kansas City MO, St. Louis MO → Nashville TN. These lanes reflect the Midwest freight patterns and may vary by season.

Cincinnati is located in the Midwest freight region with key industries including air cargo & logistics, consumer products, grocery & food distribution. Access to I-75, I-71, I-74 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Cincinnati include I-75, I-71, I-74, I-275, I-471, US-50. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Midwest region.