Intermodal FTL Services

Move full loads with the efficiency of rail and the control of dedicated capacity. Our FTL intermodal service is built for long-haul consistency, helping you reduce costs while maintaining reliable, end-to-end performance.

Intermodal FTL

Rail Efficiency For Full Loads

Capabilities

Dedicated Capacity With Rail Efficiency

Dedicated Containers

Each shipment moves in a full container, reducing handling and maintaining freight integrity from origin to destination.

Consistent Long-Haul Performance

Rail linehaul provides stable, repeatable transit across high-volume corridors, supporting reliable delivery planning.

Optimized Cost Structure

By shifting long-haul miles to rail, you benefit from a more cost-efficient solution without sacrificing service consistency.

How It Works

FTL Intermodal, Step-By-Step

Pickup and Drayage

Freight is picked up and transported to the origin rail terminal using coordinated drayage.

Container Loading

Shipments are loaded into dedicated containers, secured, and prepared for rail movement.

Rail Linehaul

Containers move via scheduled rail service across long-haul routes with minimal interruption.

Destination Handling

At the destination terminal, containers are offloaded and prepared for final delivery.

Final Delivery

Freight is delivered directly to its final destination through coordinated local transport.

Coverage and Timing

Arrive On Time Anywhere In North America

Transit Schedules

Schedules Built For Predictability

Frate Service – East to West

Winnipeg Regina Calgary Edmonton Vancouver
Toronto 5 DAYS 5 DAYS 5 DAYS 6 DAYS 6 DAYS
Montreal 6 DAYS 6 DAYS 6 DAYS 7 DAYS 7 DAYS

Transit days are based on terminal-to-terminal service. Transit times apply to the local delivery areas of the cities noted. Additional transit time and beyond charges may apply to outlying areas. Transit days do not include the day of pickup.

Frate Express – East to West

Winnipeg Regina Calgary Edmonton Vancouver
Toronto 3 DAYS 3 DAYS 3 DAYS 4 DAYS 4 DAYS
Montreal 4 DAYS 4 DAYS 4 DAYS 5 DAYS 5 DAYS

Transit days are based on terminal-to-terminal service. Transit times apply to the local delivery areas of the cities noted. Additional transit time and beyond charges may apply to outlying areas. Transit days do not include the day of pickup.

Frate Service – West to East

Toronto Montreal
Winnipeg 8 DAYS 9 DAYS
Regina 8 DAYS 9 DAYS
Calgary 8 DAYS 9 DAYS
Edmonton 9 DAYS 10 DAYS
Vancouver 9 DAYS 10 DAYS

Transit days are based on terminal-to-terminal service. Transit times apply to the local delivery areas of the cities noted. Additional transit time and beyond charges may apply to outlying areas. Transit days do not include the day of pickup.

Technology and Compliance

Connected Technology And Safer Operations

Frequently Asked Questions

How is capacity managed for FTL intermodal shipments?

Capacity is secured through container allocation and coordinated rail scheduling, ensuring consistent availability on key lanes.

What advantages does FTL intermodal offer over long-haul trucking?

FTL intermodal reduces long-haul road exposure, lowers costs, and provides more consistent transit through scheduled rail service.

How is shipment visibility maintained during rail movement?

We provide tracking updates and milestone visibility, keeping you informed throughout the shipment lifecycle.

What types of freight are best suited for FTL intermodal?

Full container shipments that are non-urgent and suited for rail transit are ideal for FTL intermodal service.

How It Comes Together

Integrated Freight, From First Mile To Last

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