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Intermodal Trucking in Hialeah, FL

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

$2.12

Rate / Mile

$18,020

Est. Gross / Month

$11,713

Est. Net / Month

Southeast

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 Southeast

The Southeast is one of the nation's strongest dry van markets, fueled by Atlanta's role as a distribution hub and Florida's massive consumer base. Savannah and Charleston ports generate steady import freight, while automotive manufacturing in Tennessee, Alabama, and South Carolina adds reliable contract lanes. Deadhead rates are generally favorable thanks to high freight density along the I-75 and I-85 corridors.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Hialeah

1
Atlanta GA → Charlotte NC
2
Jacksonville FL → Nashville TN
3
Savannah GA → Memphis TN
4
Miami FL → Atlanta GA

Why Hialeah for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Warehousing & distribution
  • Apparel & textiles
  • Food processing
  • Import/export logistics
  • Light manufacturing

Key Highways

SR-826 (Palmetto Expressway)I-75SR-924 (Gratigny Parkway)US-27SR-112 (Airport Expressway)

Top Shippers

  • Sedano's Supermarkets
  • Telemundo/NBCUniversal
  • MedStar Ambulance
  • Hialeah Park Racing & Casino

Distribution Centers Near Hialeah

Amazon MIA5 (Opa-locka)
FedEx Ground Hub (Medley)
Sedano's Distribution Center

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Intermodal Trucking in Hialeah — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Hialeah is $2.12 per loaded mile. This reflects the Southeast 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 Hialeah can expect approximately $18,020 gross monthly revenue and around $11,713 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Hialeah market include: Atlanta GA → Charlotte NC, Jacksonville FL → Nashville TN, Savannah GA → Memphis TN, Miami FL → Atlanta GA. These lanes reflect the Southeast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Hialeah is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including warehousing & distribution, apparel & textiles, food processing. Access to SR-826 (Palmetto Expressway), I-75, SR-924 (Gratigny Parkway) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Hialeah include SR-826 (Palmetto Expressway), I-75, SR-924 (Gratigny Parkway), US-27, SR-112 (Airport Expressway). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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