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INTERMODAL

Leveraging our extensive network of terminals, access to all the major East Coast container ports, and other North American intermodal rail providers, we provide the intermodal services to fit your needs whenever and wherever you need it.

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International Stack Operations

International customers and dray carriers will have a new, optimized terminal experience when doing business at Rossville and Austell.

Find Terminals & Schedules

Look up intermodal terminal details and get rail schedules.

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Streamline Your Visit

Terminal access made easy: Submit pre-gate information, see visuals of parking & pickup, and search by reservation number.

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Explore our System Map

Our network of 19,500 miles of rail lines drives growth for our customers and competition in a global marketplace.

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Find Rail Tariffs

All tariffs are published online.

Looking for a Public Rate?

Email IMBids@nscorp.com to start the conversation. Be sure to include pertinent information such as origin, destination, and equipment size.

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Rates for Current Customers

Request a rate now.

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Interested in Learning How Rail Shipping Works?

Check out our customer-centric and operations-driven service across a powerful rail system.

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Get Started with Intermodal Shipping

Explore shipping with us and get details on next steps. 
 

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Key Resources

Manage Logistics

Track shipments, get real-time data, request pricing, and more with our one-stop digital dashboard.

Intermodal Rules Circular

Find key terms & conditions for intermodal customers.

Delivering to the Last Mile

What if you could get delivery service to the last mile? Explore our solutions to get your intermodal freight where you need it.

Accounting & Billing

Establish credit, pay storage or flip charges, or get a refund.

Equipment

Learn how Norfolk Southern-supplied containers and chassis can support your domestic shipping needs.

Lane Matrix

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Calculate Carbon Savings

Explore how much your company could reduce its carbon emissions by shipping with Norfolk Southern. Check out our Carbon Calculator.

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Delivery Services to the Last Mile

Interested in truck delivery and cross-dock solutions? Explore how Norfolk Southern can keep costs down and take your freight to the last mile with intermodal service products.

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Questions on Existing Shipment?

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Information on Intermodal Service

For Domestic

Cathy Dos Santos

Intermodal Business Development

For International

Anthony Caruso

Assistant Market Manager

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