At Norflok Southern, we are dedicated to moving America forward

POWERING THE FUTURE OF RAIL TEST

At Norfolk Southern, we are dedicated to moving America forward. We carry the responsibility of supporting entire economies on our shoulders and upholding the legacy of our country with honor and pride. We are the boots on the ballast, the frontrunners of technology, and the leaders in building a better planet. And we are committed to safely moving the weight of the world.

A Better Way Forward

Our Foundation

Everything Starts With Safety

Our mission is to provide safe and reliable service to our customers, keep the communities we serve safe, and ensure the safety of our most valuable asset — our employees. Rail remains the safest way to move freight, and we’re committed to making our railroad even safer.

In the Business of a Better Planet

Sustainability Means Business

For over 15 years, Norfolk Southern has been a corporate leader in sustainability. We’re committed to bold action and innovative approaches to move our company and our customers forward in creating smart, sustainable growth and building a better planet.

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FORGING A BETTER TOMORROW

We are a company committed to our customers, our partners, the communities we serve, and the planet we call home.

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CARBON CALCULATOR

Reduce your emissions and your shipping costs. Our customers save 15 million metric tons of CO2 each year.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT RAIL SHIPPING

Curious about shipping with us? We'll show you how it works and get you connected to our team. Let's shorten the distance between you and opportunity.

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In the Business of a Better Planet

Sustainability Means Business

For over 15 years, Norfolk Southern has been a corporate leader in sustainability. We’re committed to bold action and innovative approaches to move our company and our customers forward in creating smart, sustainable growth and building a better planet.

Explore Sustainability
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HOW DO WE SHIP?

Our people, equipment, and infrastructure move your freight safely, reliably, and efficiently. We connect you with ports that reach the world, first and final mile capabilities, and even rail-served properties; all while providing the safest and most sustainable way to move freight.

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WHAT DO WE SHIP?

Essential agricultural products. Automobile parts and finished vehicles. Vital raw materials like lumber and steel. If it keeps the country moving, we keep it moving.

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WHERE DO WE SHIP?

Spanning 19,500 route miles across 22 states and Washington, D.C., our railroad network powers resilient service and sustainable growth for more than half the U.S. population and manufacturing base.

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LAY TRACKS FOR YOUR FUTURE

We are the frontline workers moving our trains and the U.S. economy, the innovators who keep tracks safe through the power of AI and beyond, the leaders who dare to ask "what if?" and the minds that keep it all running smoothly. Join us and do big things — for our country, the planet, and your career.

Find Your Career

Find Nearby Transload Facilities

Explore facilities with our GIS-based, first-in-class search engine, designed for businesses and site selection experts.

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Find a Local Connection

To deliver goods to you, we work with 245 short line partners.

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Explore our System Map

Our network of 19,500+ miles of rail lines drives growth for our customers and competition in a global marketplace.

Our Railroad Network
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Agriculture

Explore our network of feed mills, elevators, and processing locations.

Grain Milling Directory

Forest


View and download our lumber mill customer locations.

Lumber Mills Map

Lumber Transload Facilities

View and download our wood-treatment customer locations.

Wood Treaters Map

Find Agriculture & Forest Tariffs

All tariffs are published online.

Terms & Conditions

Looking for Public Pricing?

Get started and email us at beau.stdennis@nscorp.com with your origin and destination information.

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Rates for Current Customers

Find an existing rate or request a new rate.

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Interested in Learning How Rail Shipping Works?

Check out our customer-centric and operations-driven service across a powerful rail system.

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Explore Shipping with Us

If your business is looking to ship agriculture and forest products with Norfolk Southern, please contact Beau St. Dennis.

beau.stdennis@nscorp.com

Make sure to include the name of your business, the type of commodities shipped, and, if you know it, the STCC code.

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We are the frontline workers moving our trains and the U.S. economy, the innovators who keep tracks safe through the power of AI and beyond, the leaders who dare to ask "what if?" and the minds that keep it all running smoothly. Join us and do big things — for our country, the planet, and your careers.

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