Expert Intermodal Rail Terminal Services in Pittsburgh

Move containerized freight through Pittsburgh with intermodal rail terminal coordination, drayage, chassis capacity, and door-to-door routing backed by Little John Transportation Services. From industrial shippers near the region’s rail corridors to time-sensitive freight moving across North America, our team coordinates vetted capacity, live tracking, and accountable communication so every load moves with confidence.

Intermodal rail terminal with containers and drayage trucks

Our Intermodal Rail Terminal Services

Rail, drayage, container, chassis, and truckload support for complex intermodal freight moves.

Intermodal Drayage

Coordinate rail and drayage capacity across North America with container, chassis, and door-to-door routing managed by one accountable logistics team.

Truckload Support

Support intermodal moves with dry van, flatbed, reefer, specialized, container, and chassis capacity through 65,000+ approved carriers and 24/7 dispatch tracking.

Drop Trailers

Keep high-volume freight flowing with pre-positioned trailers, drop-and-hook capacity, yard coordination, and surge support designed to reduce dock dwell.

Intermodal containers being transferred near a rail terminal

Our Intermodal Freight Process

Review Freight and Lane Requirements

We review the commodity, container requirements, origin and destination, delivery window, and Pittsburgh terminal needs. From there, our team identifies whether intermodal, truckload, expedited, or blended routing provides the strongest balance of timing, cost, and control.

Coordinate Rail and Drayage Capacity

Dispatch With Tracking Controls

Manage Terminal to Door Delivery

Trusted By Leaders

Customer Success

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving complex freight across demanding North American supply chains.

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington

"By far Jacob Goodwin has been one of the most professional, straight-up Landstar agents I've dealt with til this day. He's very understanding and honest, and will do everything he can to make sure the rate is fair. Thanks for doing a great job, keep it up."

Jerome Washington

"Landstar agent XKN at Little John's are awesome. Guillermo and Alam at XKN are very professional, always treat me with dignity and respect. They are bilingual in Spanish/English. Their dispatch operations is among the best at Landstar. They make trucking great again."

Gustavo Gonzalez

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a freight partner built for accountability, capacity, and complex execution.

Experience

Three decades coordinating complex freight, including intermodal lanes serving Pittsburgh’s industrial shippers.

Capacity

Access to 65,000+ approved carriers and 17,000+ trailers for scalable capacity.

Communication

Real teams provide updates, resolve exceptions, and manage freight through each terminal handoff.

Compliance

Certifications and audit-ready processes support regulated freight moving through regional rail corridors.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced logistics professionals managing complex freight every day.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does intermodal terminal mean?

An intermodal terminal is a freight transfer point where containers move between transportation modes, most often rail and truck. The terminal supports container handoff, chassis coordination, appointment scheduling, and drayage movement to or from the customer’s facility. For shippers, it can reduce long-haul trucking miles while keeping pickup, delivery, and tracking coordinated through one transportation plan.

When should I use intermodal rail instead of full truckload?

What is drayage in intermodal shipping?

Can you coordinate both rail and truck portions of the shipment?

How is intermodal rail terminal service priced?

How much notice do you need to schedule an intermodal move?

What freight can move through an intermodal terminal?

How do you track intermodal shipments?

Still Have Intermodal Questions?

Connect with a real logistics specialist for practical answers.

Freight Service Areas

Serving Pittsburgh shippers with North American freight capacity across major U.S., México, and Canada lanes.

North America

Service Area

65,000+

Carrier Network

65M+

Annual Miles

Need Coverage for Your Route?

Tell us where your freight starts and finishes.

Recognized Leaders

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award logo

ACT Transport 50

Ranked leading specialized carrier in North America.

IC Cranes specialized transport recognition logo

IC Cranes Ranking

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy award logo

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.

Start Your Pittsburgh Intermodal Move

Share your lane, freight details, timing, and terminal requirements. Our team will review capacity, routing, compliance needs, and next steps with clear communication from the start.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.