I railroads and several regional lines. Efficient air connections are also available to all major domestic and international markets, with two U.S. customs ports of entry - Des Moines, Iowa and the Quad Cities, Illinois. The region is bordered on the east and west by the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, navigable to the Gulf of Mexico from several barge terminals. With this impressive transportation network supporting industrial and distribution needs, Iowa ranks ninth in the U.S. for truck freight ton-miles passing through the state. One day or less transport is typical for movements to Minneapolis, Chicago, Kansas City and Denver.
Intermodal service is available to many national and international sites.
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