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
8–31
Committed Carriers
93–96%
On-Time Delivery
98%
Capacity Uptime
Joliet Dedicated Lane Performance
How dedicated service on Joliet's top corridors performs against the spot market — based on our committed carrier pool.
Cost vs Spot Market
13-21% vs spot market over 6 months
dedicated rates run 12-17% lower than current spot
Typical Contract
6-12 months
Running at 7-10 loads/week
Capacity Refresh
Ongoing
capacity reviewed monthly against volume trend
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
Joliet to Indianapolis, IN
Consumer goods, auto parts
Joliet to St. Louis, MO
Retail distribution, food products
Joliet to Milwaukee, WI
Consumer goods, building materials
Joliet to Des Moines, IA
Food products, pharmaceuticals
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.
Joliet Freight Resources
Get a Dedicated Lane Quote in Joliet
We have 8–31 committed carriers available for Joliet dedicated lanes, with 93-96% on-time delivery and 13-21% vs spot market over 6 months. Most contracts run 6-12 months. Tell us about your lane and we will lock in capacity.
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