OCEAN & INLAND ROUTING
Micro-Land Bridge
A micro-land bridge is an intermodal routing concept linking an ocean movement with an inland movement to or from an interior destination. In common US freight terminology, the inland point is not another ocean port.
MICRO-LAND BRIDGE IN PRACTICE
- Identify the endpointsMap the sea port and interior location.
- Link the modesConfirm rail or other connecting arrangements.
- Check the whole serviceReview document scope, charges and delivery.
Use the agreed units, actual records and approved procedures for your operation.
A WORKED EXAMPLE
The interior destination defines the routing context.
Cargo arrives by sea and continues inland to a non-port destination. The shipper checks the actual inland connection and door delivery requirements rather than assuming a fixed short-distance rule.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR QUOTE
Agree the requirement before comparing quotes
Use the actual shipment, stock and service requirements. Record the billing unit, included work and responsibility for exceptions.
A LITTLE MORE CONTEXT
Questions about Micro-Land Bridge
Does micro imply a universal 500-mile maximum?
No.
Is the inland point commonly a non-port destination in this usage?
Yes.
Does the label prove a current service is available?
No. Verify the actual itinerary.
Source & example notes
DCM: freight terminology, micro-land bridge.
Sources provide background on the linked topic. Product documentation describes a particular implementation; confirm the rules, contract and procedures that apply to your operation.
Quantities, costs and scenarios are illustrative, not operating targets, approved handling instructions or guarantees. Source guidance reviewed 23 October 2026.
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