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Intermodal Trucking in Myrtle Beach, SC

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

$2.04

Rate / Mile

$17,340

Est. Gross / Month

$11,271

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 Myrtle Beach

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

Why Myrtle Beach for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Food service distribution
  • Retail
  • Construction and development
  • Golf course operations

Key Highways

US-17 (Kings Highway)US-501US-17 BypassSC-544 (Carolina Bays Parkway)SC-31 (Carolina Bays Parkway South)

Top Shippers

  • Sysco
  • US Foods
  • Myrtle Beach resort properties
  • Tanger Outlets

Distribution Centers Near Myrtle Beach

Sysco distribution route (Florence hub)
US Foods route delivery (Florence hub)
Tanger Outlets distribution
Various hotel supply chain staging in Conway

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Intermodal Trucking in Myrtle Beach — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Myrtle Beach is $2.04 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 Myrtle Beach can expect approximately $17,340 gross monthly revenue and around $11,271 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Myrtle Beach 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.
Myrtle Beach is located in the Southeast freight region with key industries including tourism and hospitality, food service distribution, retail. Access to US-17 (Kings Highway), US-501, US-17 Bypass provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Myrtle Beach include US-17 (Kings Highway), US-501, US-17 Bypass, SC-544 (Carolina Bays Parkway), SC-31 (Carolina Bays Parkway South). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Southeast region.

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