The Baltimore region’s and Maryland’s freight rail system uses the latest equipment and technology to meet shipper demands for fast, efficient rail service to all U.S. interior points, Canada, and Mexico.
Freight services are provided by two Class I rail carriers, CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern. These two carriers also connect with Canadian Pacific and Canadian National Railways, which serve Canada and extreme northern points.
A wide array of services is provided to the Port of Baltimore, including intermodal U.S. inland locations. In addition to the Class I rail carriers, the State’s rail system also has a connecting network of five shortlines, three of which primarily serve the Greater Baltimore Region.