Containers on Rail

Container Rail at Fremantle Inner Harbour

Around 23% of containers moving through Fremantle’s Inner Harbour are transported by rail — helping reduce road congestion and emissions.  

Did you know?

• Each train can carry up to 100 containers.
• Some of the trains are up to 700m long - that’s almost three Optus Stadiums!
• 5 to 7 trains service the port daily, moving 400-700 containers in and out
• In total, rail removes more than 100,000 truck movements from the road network every year.
• Rail freight includes agricultural products like grain and malt, along with everyday imported goods,

Increasing container movements by rail is a key priority for Fremantle Ports, helping to reduce road congestion, lower emissions, and support more efficient freight operations.

Since the North Quay Rail Terminal (NQRT) opened in 2006 (and expanded in 2014), both the volume and share of rail container movements have grown steadily.

Rail is supported by a State Government subsidy, recognising its long-term benefits and the challenge of competing with road over short distances.

Intermodal Link Services are the current rail operator at the North Quay Rail Terminal.