Intermodal Trucking in Oklahoma City, OK

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

$2.30

Rate / Mile

$19,550

Est. Gross / Month

$12,708

Est. Net / Month

South Central

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 South Central

The South Central dry van market is anchored by Texas, the nation's largest freight-generating state. Dallas-Fort Worth's massive distribution infrastructure, Houston's port and petrochemical complex, and cross-border freight through Laredo create a freight-rich environment. The I-35 corridor from Laredo to Dallas is one of the highest-volume lanes in the country. Year-round operating conditions and growing population fuel consistent demand.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Oklahoma City

Dallas TX → Houston TX

San Antonio TX → Laredo TX

Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR

Houston TX → New Orleans LA

Why Oklahoma City for Intermodal

Key Industries

Oil & gas (headquarters)
Aviation & aerospace (Tinker AFB, FAA center)
Agriculture & livestock
Weather technology
Trucking company headquarters (Love's)

Key Highways

I-35I-40I-44 (Turner Turnpike/Kilpatrick Turnpike)I-240US-77US-270

Top Shippers

Tinker AFB
American Airlines (Tulsa)
Amazon OKC1
Loves HQ

Distribution Centers Near Oklahoma City

Amazon OKC1 (Oklahoma City)

Walmart DC #6032 (Guthrie)

Hobby Lobby HQ & DC (Oklahoma City)

Dollar Tree DC (Marietta, regional)

Love's Distribution (Oklahoma City)

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Intermodal Trucking in Oklahoma City — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Oklahoma City is $2.30 per loaded mile. This reflects the South Central 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 Oklahoma City can expect approximately $19,550 gross monthly revenue and around $12,708 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Oklahoma City market include: Dallas TX → Houston TX, San Antonio TX → Laredo TX, Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR, Houston TX → New Orleans LA. These lanes reflect the South Central freight patterns and may vary by season.

Oklahoma City is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including oil & gas (headquarters), aviation & aerospace (tinker afb, faa center), agriculture & livestock. Access to I-35, I-40, I-44 (Turner Turnpike/Kilpatrick Turnpike) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Oklahoma City include I-35, I-40, I-44 (Turner Turnpike/Kilpatrick Turnpike), I-240, US-77, US-270. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.