Intermodal Trucking in Pasadena, TX

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

$2.20

Rate / Mile

$18,700

Est. Gross / Month

$12,155

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 Pasadena

Dallas TX → Houston TX

San Antonio TX → Laredo TX

Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR

Houston TX → New Orleans LA

Why Pasadena for Intermodal

Key Industries

Oil refining
Petrochemicals
Industrial gases
Plastics manufacturing
Plant maintenance & construction

Key Highways

SH-225 (La Porte Freeway)SH-146Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Tollway)I-610 South LoopRed Bluff Road

Top Shippers

ExxonMobil
LyondellBasell
Chevron Phillips
Shell Deer Park

Distribution Centers Near Pasadena

LyondellBasell distribution terminal

Shell product distribution terminal

Chemical distribution warehouses along SH-225

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Intermodal Trucking in Pasadena — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Pasadena is $2.20 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 Pasadena can expect approximately $18,700 gross monthly revenue and around $12,155 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top intermodal lanes from the Pasadena 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.

Pasadena is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including oil refining, petrochemicals, industrial gases. Access to SH-225 (La Porte Freeway), SH-146, Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Tollway) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for intermodal freight in Pasadena include SH-225 (La Porte Freeway), SH-146, Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Tollway), I-610 South Loop, Red Bluff Road. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.