- Main Number
(855) 667-3655 - Emergencies
(800) 453-2530 - Crossing gates, signals & rough crossings
(800) 453-2530 - Environmental Spills
(800) 453-2530
FROM RAIL TO ROAD,
WE GO FURTHER FOR YOU
Shipping can be complex. We keep it simple. Our team of experts will work with you to arrange truck transfer between your facilities and our rail for an all-in-one shipping solution.
SAVE MONEY ON
FIRST AND FINAL MILE
DELIVERY WHILE GAINING
A COMPETITIVE EDGE
With complete logistics coverage, we can move a range of full car and less-than-truckload (LTL) freight from A to B — even if you don't have direct rail access.
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First and Final Mile Logistics All in One Place
Norfolk Southern is the only Class I railroad providing one-stop shopping with our Triple Crown first and final mile service, leveraging our own assets to help you move freight from the first mile to the last.
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Ship Smarter With Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer
We have expanded our transload capabilities including 36 Thoroughbred Bulk Terminals (TBT), and with our Short Line partners, we now offer over 300 transload terminals. These provide a broad range of product capabilities as well as optionality for our customers for door-to-door solutions.
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Make LTL Shipping Easier With Thoroughbred Freight Transfer
Thoroughbred Freight Transfer (TFT) is a truck-like service leveraging the high capacity of a boxcar and the speed of intermodal. Your experience with TFT will be similar to standard LTL, with delivery handled by truck and intermediate transload to and from a boxcar.
WHY SHIP WITH NORFOLK SOUTHERN?
Key Resources
Triple Crown Services
A Norfolk Southern subsidiary, Triple Crown Services provides bimodal, door-to-door truckload service and standalone drayage services, all in one place.
Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer
Our TBT services and network of warehouse partners offer efficient, cost-effective rail solutions.
Thoroughbred Freight Transfer
Our TFT service delivers the convenience and flexibility of less-than-truckload shipping with the reliability of truck service at a fraction of the cost.
Thoroughbred Direct Intermodal Services
A Norfolk Southern subsidiary, Thoroughbred Direct Intermodal Services, provides transportation solutions to third-party logistics companies, brokers, steamship lines and trucking companies.
Short Line Connections
Expand your reach. Our short line connections can help you access new markets and get freight even closer to its destination. Explore our short line connections or login to your AccessNS account for detailed information.
Modalgistics
Shipping industrial products? Modalgistics is our supply chain services group. Experts can help you explore the benefits of adding/expanding the use of rail products in your supply chain.
Find Your Industry
Get the logistics expertise and customized shipping solutions you need to keep your business moving.
New to Rail?
Curious about shipping with us? We'll show you how it works. Let's shorten the distance between you and opportunity.
Intermodal
Our extensive freight transport network provides the intermodal services to fit your needs.