Halifax Drayage Services: Port, Rail, and Regional Container Transport

Metropolitan Logistics delivers end-to-end Halifax drayage services connecting the Port of Halifax, CN rail terminal, and industrial zones across Dartmouth and the wider Atlantic Canada region. We handle container transport for importers, exporters, and logistics providers needing dependable port-to-door or rail-to-warehouse solutions.

From downtown terminals to regional hubs, our Halifax container trucking network ensures reliable movement of FCL containers, reefers, and time-sensitive freight.

Our Drayage Services in Halifax & Dartmouth

Our Halifax drayage services cover port, rail, and inland container delivery across Halifax, Dartmouth, and the Atlantic region — ensuring fast, secure, and cost-effective transport for every shipment. 

Port Drayage Halifax

Port Drayage Halifax

We specialize in container pickups from the South End and Fairview Cove terminals at the Port of Halifax. Our drivers manage gate appointments, customs release documentation, and secure container drayage for direct delivery to regional distribution centres.

CN Rail Halifax Drayage

CN Rail Halifax Drayage

Our team coordinates container transport from the CN Halifax Intermodal Terminal, handling cross-dock transfers, inland delivery, and final-mile services for goods moving between rail and road. We support rail container shipping from Halifax to Quebec, Ontario, and intra-Atlantic routes.

Dartmouth Container Trucking

Dartmouth Container Trucking

We operate daily across Dartmouth’s industrial parks, offering container delivery to local warehouses, retailers, and cross-border freight forwarders. This includes full load and empty repositioning to local depots.

Atlantic Canada Drayage

Atlantic Canada Drayage

Our drayage coverage spans beyond Halifax and Dartmouth, reaching Moncton, Saint John, Charlottetown, and Sydney. We move containers between Atlantic ports and connect them with regional customers across industries like seafood, manufacturing, and energy.

Empty Container Returns & Repositioning

Empty Container
Return & Repositioning

We manage the return of empty containers to port terminals, CN ramps, and off-dock yards. Our system helps minimize detention costs while maintaining container flow for your supply chain.

Reefer & Time-Sensitive Freight

Reefer & Time-Sensitive Freight

Halifax is a major hub for temperature-controlled logistics. We provide genset chassis for reefer containers, monitoring temperature and container health during last-mile delivery or regional transfers.

Our Process:

01
Step

Port & Rail Terminal Coordination

We book appointments with Port of Halifax and CN Halifax Intermodal to ensure your container is released, gated, and ready for pickup without delay.
02
Step

Container Retrieval & Tracking

Our ELD-equipped fleet collects containers and provides live status updates, including load integrity verification and estimated delivery time.
03
Step

Local Delivery & Return Logistics

We complete the delivery to your designated warehouse or facility, manage any empty container return, and issue real-time proof of delivery.

Why Choose Us for Halifax Drayage Services

We offer port- and rail-integrated Halifax drayage services with full Atlantic Canada reach, real-time tracking, and local delivery expertise.

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Direct Port
& CN Rail Access

We maintain daily drayage operations from both major Halifax marine terminals and the CN Intermodal yard.

Regional
Drayage Experts

With strong local presence, our dispatchers and drivers understand Halifax traffic, port regulations, and delivery windows.

Full Atlantic
Canada Reach

We go beyond Halifax — providing container trucking to New Brunswick, PEI, Cape Breton, and Northern Nova Scotia.

Transparent
Freight Visibility

Our tech-enabled platform gives clients access to container tracking, alerts, and live support for every shipment.

Industries We Serve with Halifax Drayage Services

Our Halifax drayage services are trusted by businesses across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From the Port of Halifax and CN rail terminals to distribution centers in Dartmouth and beyond, we support regional and international supply chains across multiple sectors.

Manufacturing & Industrial

Manufacturing & Industrial

We move industrial containers to and from plants in Dartmouth, Burnside, and Atlantic Canada with fast, compliant delivery from port or rail.

Medical & Pharmaceutical

Medical & Pharmaceutical

Reefer drayage for medical suppliers and pharma firms — with temperature-controlled equipment and strict handling across the region.

Education, Research & Biotech

Education, Research & Biotech

We deliver sensitive lab gear and supplies to universities, research labs, and biotech facilities in Halifax and surrounding areas.

Construction & Infrastructure

Construction & Infrastructure

We support active projects in Halifax, Bedford, and beyond with secure delivery of containers holding prefabs, materials, and tools.

Freight Forwarders & Logistics

Freight Forwarders & Logistics

We handle container transfers for 3PLs and forwarders at Port of Halifax and CN Intermodal — offering full visibility and dispatch support.

Retail Fixtures & Installations

Retail Fixtures & Installations

Timed drayage for store buildouts, mall displays, and retail installations throughout Halifax and suburban retail zones.

Retail & E-commerce

Retail & E-commerce

We move inventory from port or CN terminal to fulfillment hubs in Dartmouth and beyond — including rural last-mile coverage.

Government & Military

Government & Military

Secure, documented container transport for public and military operations across Nova Scotia and the Atlantic provinces.

Event & Exhibition Logistics

Relocation Companies

Container pickup and delivery for HHG and relocation partners, including customs coordination and flexible origin/destination support.

Container Drayage Coverage Across Halifax

Our trucking and terminal network spans:

Whether your container is moving from ship to rail or terminal to warehouse, our container drayage across Halifax and Atlantic Canada ensures fast, secure, and regionally optimized logistics.

Container Drayage Halifax

Get Started with Halifax Drayage Services

Looking for dependable Halifax drayage services? We connect port, rail, and inland terminals across Atlantic Canada with full visibility and local expertise.















    FAQ: Halifax Drayage, Port Logistics & CN Intermodal

    We operate at both marine container terminals in Halifax — South End Container Terminal and Fairview Cove — as well as the CN Halifax Intermodal Terminal. We also service off-dock yards and bonded depots across Dartmouth and Bedford.

    Most port and rail containers can be delivered within the same day, especially for locations in Halifax, Dartmouth, and Bedford. For longer-haul Atlantic Canada drayage (e.g. Moncton or Saint John), delivery is typically completed within 24–48 hours of container release.

    Yes, we provide full reefer drayage capabilities, including genset-equipped chassis, active temperature monitoring, and handling for perishable goods across Atlantic Canada. Our clients include seafood exporters, pharmaceutical companies, and food distributors.

    We provide drayage across Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and outlying regions like Moncton, Charlottetown, Saint John, and Sydney. Our fleet supports local and regional delivery from both port and CN rail terminals.

    Absolutely. We retrieve empty containers from terminals or depots and deliver them to your loading site. Once loaded, we handle documentation and dray back to the port or CN ramp, ensuring your container is export-ready.

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