How do I obtain a freight rate and service proposal?
Regional Rail’s policy is to develop all rates on a “through” basis covering the entire route from origin to destination. We are a handling line, junction settlement carrier or switch carrier with our connections, which means we are invisible in the rate payment and routing process. Our stations are our connections stations for pricing purposes. You can ask any one of the railroads involved to develop a through rate, although the railroad that will originate the movement is usually the best place to start. If you prefer, Regional Rail can take the initiative for you. We can usually assist in consultation among the railroads in the route, with many movements covered by pre-existing rates. We also stay up-to-date on connecting railroads’ service–what routes are fastest and most reliable. Rates for one-time movements can be quoted on a “spot” basis. Repetitive smaller volume movements are usually covered by a public price list or “tariff.” Increasingly, our Class I connections are publis
