Container rail services that sit between sea and air on cost and transit time.
How we handle it
Rail freight can be a strong alternative where a route has an established corridor. It is generally quicker than sea for long overland distances and cheaper than air, and it reaches inland cities that ships cannot.
We book container space on rail services and arrange the trucking at either end, so that the cargo moves from your door to the consignee under a single point of contact. Cargo is loaded into a container, sealed, and moves on a scheduled train, with transfers at terminals handled by the operators.
Rail routes often cross several countries, so the documents and customs steps must be right from the start. We prepare the consignment paperwork, check it against your commercial invoice and packing list, and coordinate clearance at the border points on the lane.
Availability varies by corridor and season, and terminals can be busy. We will tell you which lanes we can serve, what to expect on timing, and when another mode may serve you better.
What is included
- Container rail on established corridors
- Rail plus road pre- and on-carriage
- Full container and consolidated cargo
- Rail consignment documents prepared for you
- Lower-emission alternative to road and air on suitable lanes
Ideal for
Inland destinations, long overland lanes and shippers looking for a balance between cost and speed.
What we need from you
To quote Rail Freight accurately, we need the pick-up and delivery locations, a description of the goods, their weight and dimensions, the number of packages and your preferred dates. If you are unsure about any detail, send what you have and we will help fill in the rest.
How pricing works
Our quotes list freight charges, local handling and any surcharges separately, so you can see what you are paying for. Prices depend on the route, carrier rates at the time of booking and the nature of the cargo. Duties and taxes at the destination are normally charged separately.
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