Freight Shipping from Evansville to Joliet
Ship freight from Evansville, IN to Joliet, IL with FMCSA-verified carriers. FTL from $690-$851, LTL from $377-$673. No hidden fees, no re-bills.
Distance
321 mi
Drive Time
6 hrs
FTL Rate Est.
$690-$851
LTL Rate Est.
$377-$673
Evansville to Joliet Freight Corridor
Evansville anchors the tri-state corner where Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois meet, and its freight economy revolves around Toyota's massive Princeton plant that builds Highlanders and Sequoias for the North American market. Berry Global, the world's largest plastics packaging company, is headquartered here and operates multiple manufacturing facilities generating steady dry van volume. The Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon on the Ohio River adds barge-to-truck intermodal capabilities for bulk freight.
Joliet and its surrounding Will County communities sit atop the most concentrated intermodal and distribution infrastructure in the Western Hemisphere. The CenterPoint Intermodal Center, spanning over 6,000 acres, combines UP's Global IV facility with over 30 million square feet of distribution space occupied by Walmart, Amazon, IKEA, and dozens of other major shippers. This is where West Coast container imports transition from rail to truck for final-mile delivery across the Midwest and Northeast.
The Evansville-to-Joliet corridor spans 321 miles via I-69, US-41, I-80, I-55. This lane connects automotive manufacturing and plastics & packaging freight from the Evansville market to intermodal logistics and warehousing & distribution demand in Joliet. Carriers running this route regularly maintain competitive rates through strong backhaul availability in both directions.
What Ships from Evansville
Evansville's economy is driven by automotive manufacturing, plastics & packaging, pharmaceutical, generating consistent outbound freight demand.
Toyota SUVs
plastic packaging
aluminum products
pharmaceutical products
refrigeration units
processed foods
What Joliet Receives
Joliet's intermodal logistics, warehousing & distribution, e-commerce fulfillment sectors drive strong inbound freight demand from markets like Evansville.
containerized imports (from West Coast)
raw materials
food products
retail merchandise
industrial supplies
automotive components
Recommended Equipment
Based on the commodities moving between Evansville and Joliet, these equipment types best serve this corridor.
Dry Van (FTL)
Ideal for palletized consumer goods, electronics, packaged foods, and general merchandise. Enclosed protection from weather and theft.
$690-$851 estimated for this lane
LTL (Less Than Truckload)
Cost-effective for shipments under 10,000 lbs or fewer than 10 pallets. Shared trailer space with other shippers reduces cost for smaller loads.
$377-$673 estimated for this lane
Rate Estimates by Shipping Mode
Estimated rates for the Evansville to Joliet lane (321 miles). Actual rates depend on commodity, weight, season, and equipment.
| Mode | Rate Estimate | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| FTL (Full Truckload) | $690-$851 | 6 hrs |
| LTL (Less Than Truckload) | $377-$673 | 8-10 days |
| Expedited / Hot Shot | $1,043-$1,445 | 4 hrs |
Major Shippers on This Corridor
Key freight generators in both Evansville and Joliet that drive volume on this lane.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana
Berry Global (HQ)
Alcoa Warrick Operations
Walmart (Elwood Mega-DC)
Amazon (CenterPoint)
IKEA Distribution
Shipping Tips for Evansville to Joliet
Evansville Seasonal Advisory
Toyota production runs 50 weeks per year with brief shutdowns in July and late December. Aluminum smelter output is year-round. Ohio River barge traffic slows during low-water periods in late summer and early fall.
Joliet Seasonal Advisory
Q4 holiday freight creates near-gridlock conditions on I-80 and I-55 as intermodal volume peaks. January sees a dramatic drop-off. Spring produce season restocks create a secondary peak in March-April.
Same-Day Delivery Possible
At 321 miles, a single driver can complete this route within a standard driving window. Expedited same-day service is available for time-critical shipments at a premium.
Book Early for Best Rates
Spot market rates fluctuate daily. Booking 3-5 days in advance typically saves 10-15% compared to same-day or next-day freight requests. For recurring shipments, ask about contract rates.
Evansville to Joliet Freight FAQs
How much does it cost to ship freight from Evansville to Joliet?
Full truckload (FTL) rates from Evansville, IN to Joliet, IL currently range from $690-$851 for a standard dry van load over the 321-mile route. LTL shipments typically cost $377-$673 depending on freight class, weight, and dimensions. Request a custom quote for exact pricing based on your specific shipment details.
How long does freight take from Evansville to Joliet?
Standard FTL transit from Evansville to Joliet is approximately 6 hrs by truck over 321 miles. LTL shipments add 2-4 business days due to terminal transfers. Expedited service with team drivers can reduce FTL transit by up to 40%.
What equipment do I need for Evansville to Joliet freight?
Equipment choice depends on your commodity. Evansville commonly ships Toyota SUVs, plastic packaging, aluminum products, which typically moves in standard dry van trailers. Joliet commonly receives containerized imports (from West Coast), raw materials, food products. Our team matches you with the right equipment type for your specific freight.
Is there good backhaul from Joliet to Evansville?
Yes. Joliet is a strong outbound market shipping redistributed consumer goods, intermodal containers, packaged foods. Carriers returning from Joliet to Evansville can pick up backhaul loads, which often means competitive rates on the Evansville-to-Joliet lane since carriers factor in round-trip economics.
What commodities move from Evansville to Joliet?
The Evansville-to-Joliet corridor handles a diverse freight mix. Evansville's top outbound commodities include Toyota SUVs, plastic packaging, aluminum products, pharmaceutical products, refrigeration units, processed foods. Joliet's primary inbound freight includes containerized imports (from West Coast), raw materials, food products, retail merchandise, industrial supplies, automotive components. Industries driving this lane include automotive manufacturing and plastics & packaging from Evansville and intermodal logistics and warehousing & distribution in Joliet.
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