Joliet Dedicated Lane Service

Intermodal gateway and logistics mega-park south of Chicago on I-80

Joliet sits at the heart of the largest inland intermodal complex in North America. CenterPoint Intermodal Center and BNSF Logistics Park create a massive concentration of distribution centers generating enormous dedicated drayage and regional delivery volume at the I-80/I-55 interchange.

$3.05/mi

Avg Dedicated Rate

5

Top Routes

4

Industries Served

Dedicated

Carrier Service

Top Dedicated Routes from Joliet

The highest-volume dedicated freight routes from Joliet, IL where dedicated lane service delivers the most value.

Joliet to Chicago, IL

Intermodal containers, retail distribution

45 miDailyDry Van

Joliet to Indianapolis, IN

Consumer goods, auto parts

215 miDailyDry Van

Joliet to St. Louis, MO

Retail distribution, food products

265 mi4x/weekDry Van

Joliet to Milwaukee, WI

Consumer goods, building materials

130 mi4x/weekDry Van

Joliet to Des Moines, IA

Food products, pharmaceuticals

340 mi3x/weekReefer

Key Industries in Joliet

These industries drive the highest demand for dedicated carrier capacity in Joliet, IL.

Intermodal logistics

E-commerce fulfillment

Retail distribution

Food & beverage distribution

Major Shippers & Distribution Centers

Key employers and freight generators in the Joliet metro area that rely on dedicated lane service.

CenterPoint Properties

BNSF Logistics Park

Amazon (multiple fulfillment centers)

Walmart Distribution Center

Mars Wrigley

Joliet Freight Infrastructure

Joliet is served by I-80, I-55, and I-355. BNSF Logistics Park Chicago and CenterPoint process millions of containers annually. Will County has over 100 million sq ft of warehouse space.

Joliet Dedicated Lane FAQs

Why is Joliet the top intermodal drayage market in the Midwest?

CenterPoint and BNSF Logistics Park form the largest inland port in North America. Dedicated drayage carriers run containers between rail yards and DCs daily, with contracts covering 5-7 days per week at premium rates.

What dedicated lane opportunities exist from Joliet?

Over 100 million sq ft of warehouse space generates daily outbound dedicated volume. Amazon, Walmart, and Target ship to stores and fulfillment centers across the Midwest.

How do Joliet dedicated rates compare to Chicago?

Joliet rates average $3.05/mi, slightly below downtown Chicago but with lower operating costs. Drayage rates run $3.50-$4.25 per container due to detention and chassis management.

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