Automotive Network

Finished Vehicles

Union Pacific is the largest automotive carrier west of the Mississippi River and operates or accesses more than 40 distribution centers. Union Pacific's extensive franchise directly serves five vehicle assembly plants and connects to West Coast ports, Mexico gateways, and the Gulf of Mexico to accommodate both import and export shipments.

Approximately 70 percent of all new vehicles use rail for delivery, with UP handling more than 70 percent of the western U.S. rail automotive market share.

Union Pacific's multi-level fleet is the largest in the rail industry. Additionally we have the expertise to coordinate truck service from one of our vehicle distribution facilities to the local dealer. During transit, you will have complete vehicle visibility with our Web-enabled tracking technology.

Union Pacific Strengths

  • Over 70 years of experience shipping automobiles
  • Premier U.S. rail carrier for vehicles and production auto parts
  • Operates or accesses more than 40 distribution centers
  • Directly serves five vehicle assembly plants
  • Access to seven West Coast ports and the Gulf of Mexico
  • Serves all six major gateways to Mexico
  • Experienced leader in cross-border auto parts shipments
  • Largest contributor to the national multi-level fleet
  • Innovation that supports dynamic customer needs 

Automotive Parts

Dedicated automotive logistic experts, an established door-to-door network, and expedited routes between Mexico and Canada, including all major gateways, make Union Pacific the premier automotive parts carrier in North America. Take advantage of our national automotive network, whether it's boxcar direct, truck to boxcar crossdock for non-rail served facilities, or intermodal. Union Pacific can meet your lean manufacturing requirements with consistent, quality rail service.

Network

Union Pacific has a Premium Automotive Parts Network that will save you and your customers money.

Equipment Options

Boxcar and Intermodal equipment commonly used to transport automotive parts, including details on load factors and dimensions.

Union Pacific Services between U.S. and Mexico

Union Pacific has a dedicated team with members that are fluent in both English and Spanish and have extensive experience working with Mexican railroads.

Contact Us

Connect with our Automotive Team to find transportation solutions for finished vehicles and automotive parts.