Freight Shipping in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago Freight,
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Intermodal, dry van, reefer, flatbed, and hotshot dispatch from the crossroads of America. Live rates in 2 minutes. No callbacks, no games.

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Chicago, IL

A Real Freight Partner in Chicago.

Chicago is the largest freight hub in North America. Six Class I railroads meet here, the interstate system converges here, and roughly a quarter of all US freight passes through the metro at some point. AFX Logistics dispatches flatbed, dry van, reefer, hotshot, conestoga, and oversized equipment in and out of Chicago every day. We work the inland intermodal ramps, the Joliet and Elwood facilities, and the industrial corridors across both Illinois and northern Indiana, and we put a real freight specialist on the phone, not a queue.

Industries We Move In Chicago

Built for the Freight Chicago Ships.

Every metro has freight that defines it. Here's what we move out of Chicago every day.

Manufacturing

Machined parts, automotive components, and industrial goods moving in and out of the Chicago industrial belt.

Steel & Metal

Coils, plate, and fabricated steel from northwest Indiana mills on flatbed and conestoga.

Food & Beverage

Reefer dispatch for one of the country's densest food and grocery distribution networks.

Retail Distribution

Cross-dock and full truckload service for the massive DC footprint across the metro.

Intermodal Drayage

Container moves from Joliet, Elwood, and CSX/BNSF ramps to inland Midwest destinations.

Pharmaceutical & Cold-Chain

Temperature-controlled freight with continuous monitoring for pharma and biotech shippers.

By the Numbers

Built to Scale.
Proven to Deliver.

99%
On-Time Delivery
Measured On Every Load
5,000+
Trucks in Network
Vetted carrier capacity
.01%
Claims Rate
Damage-Free Delivery
350+
Carrier Partners
Across All 50 States
50
States Covered
Plus Canada & Mexico
Why Shippers Choose Us in Chicago

The Chicago Freight Partner You've Been Missing.

AFX Logistics brings modern, tech-driven reliability to every shipment in and out of Chicago. Fast quoting, transparent pricing, and a team that treats your freight like it matters.

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01
The Crossroads of America
Every direction is a major lane out of Chicago. Backhauls are easier here than anywhere, which means better rates for shippers.
02
Intermodal Drayage
Pickups from Joliet, Elwood, CSX, BNSF, NS, UP, and CN ramps. We understand the appointment windows and chassis logistics.
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Cold-Chain Specialists
Reefer dispatch with continuous temperature monitoring, multi-stop capability, and pharma-grade documentation when required.
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Northwest Indiana Steel
Gary, Burns Harbor, and East Chicago mill freight, with flatbed and conestoga drivers who know the gate procedures.
Customer Reviews

What Shippers Are Saying

★★★★★5.0 · Verified Customers
★★★★★

"Got a rate in under two minutes and booked online. Driver showed up on time and the load arrived without a scratch. Exactly what we needed."

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Marcus T.
T&M Industrial Supply · Tulsa, OK
★★★★★

"We move heavy steel regularly and finding a reliable flatbed was always a headache. AFX Logistics made it simple. Consistent rates and a team that actually picks up the phone."

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Sandra K.
Keystone Building Materials · Dallas, TX
★★★★★

"First time shipping oversized equipment. The specialist walked me through everything, got the right permits, and kept me updated the entire way. Outstanding."

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Derek R.
Delta Fabrication LLC · Houston, TX
Simple Process

Three Steps to Your Chicago Delivery

Quote online in minutes. We handle the rest: pickup, transit, delivery, done.

01

Get an Instant Rate

Enter your Chicago pickup, destination, and freight details. Live freight rate in under 2 minutes. No account required.

02

Book or Get a Call

Eligible Chicago loads book instantly online, no callbacks. Complex or specialty loads get a dedicated specialist within 2 business hours.

03

Track to Delivery

Real-time GPS tracking from pickup to delivery. Proactive updates from our team, so you never have to chase anyone down.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Chicago