YK Freight provides dedicated Norfolk Southern (NS) intermodal drayage services across Georgia, focusing on NS Inman Yard (Atlanta) and NS Austell terminals.
We handle both import and export containers, ensuring on-time delivery, reliable chassis coordination, and timestamped visibility across the Atlanta metro area and beyond.
NS Inman Yard (Atlanta)
The Inman Yard terminal is Norfolk Southern’s primary intermodal hub in Georgia, handling a large share of inbound/outbound containers routed via Savannah and national rail lines.
YK Freight offers:
- Container pickup & release coordination
- TWIC-certified drivers for secure access
- Live unload and drop trailer options
- Real-time tracking and digital PODs
- Deliveries to all metro Atlanta logistics zones — integrated within YK Freight’s Atlanta intermodal drayage network
NS Austell Terminal
Located west of Atlanta, NS Austell serves as a key distribution point for North and Central Georgia.
We provide:
- Import/export drayage for industrial receivers in Cobb, Paulding, Douglas, and Carroll counties
- Cross-dock and transload support
- Regional drayage coverage to Dalton, Gainesville, and Macon
- Flexible live/drop scheduling based on receiver operations
Intermodal Network Integration
YK Freight connects Norfolk Southern rail with Georgia’s port and highway network, ensuring a seamless flow of containers between Savannah, Atlanta, and inland destinations.
Our NS operations are directly linked to:
- Savannah Port import lanes (via NS linehaul)
- Atlanta distribution corridors (I-75, I-85, I-20)
- North Georgia industrial zones (Dalton, Gainesville)
These NS linehaul routes link Savannah Port directly with inland Georgia markets through our integrated Savannah–Atlanta drayage network
Operating Model
Every NS drayage move follows a consistent, trackable process:
- Rate confirmation & container release coordination
- Terminal pickup (TWIC driver access)
- Delivery (live unload or drop trailer)
- Empty return to NS terminal
- Timestamped POD & delivery confirmation
Our dispatch platform provides real-time visibility from pickup through return, ensuring accurate scheduling and accountability.
Service Area
From NS Inman and NS Austell, we serve:
- Atlanta Metro (Fulton, Clayton, Gwinnett, Cobb, Henry)
- Central Georgia (Macon, Warner Robins)
- North Georgia (Dalton, Gainesville, Athens)
- Columbus & Augusta: for regional transfers — as part of our statewide Georgia drayage coverage
NS Drayage Pricing
Rates are based on:
- Origin terminal (Inman / Austell)
- Delivery mileage & appointment conditions
- Chassis availability and return timing
Each quote is lane-specific to guarantee transparency and efficiency.
Why Shippers Choose YK Freight for NS Drayage
- NS-certified carrier with secure yard access
- Coordinated port-to-rail and rail-to-inland drayage
- Timestamped dispatch visibility and POD tracking
- Reliable chassis pool and flexible drop options
- Consistent coverage across Georgia industrial corridors
FAQs
Q: Which Norfolk Southern terminals do you serve in Georgia?
A: NS Inman Yard (Atlanta) and NS Austell Intermodal Terminal.
Q: Can you deliver containers from Savannah routed via NS rail?
A: Yes — we handle inland drayage for Savannah-routed containers arriving at NS terminals.
Q: Do you provide drop trailer service at NS Inman?
A: Yes, subject to receiver facility permissions and yard space.
Q: What areas do you cover from NS Austell?
A: Primarily North and Central Georgia — Dalton, Gainesville, Macon, and Atlanta west suburbs.
Q: Do you handle export container returns to NS terminals?
A: Yes — we coordinate return scheduling to meet NS gate-in requirements.
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