US, Canada, Mexico Rail Freight: July 2025 Decline Trend
July 2025 saw a 10.1% drop in transborder rail freight value across North America, totaling $14.4 billion. This marks a continuous decline.

“`html
Introduction
The value of transborder freight moved by rail between the United States, Canada, and Mexico in July 2025 decreased by 10.1% to $14.4 billion, according to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
Overall Transborder Freight
The total value of transborder freight moved in July 2025 between the three North American countries decreased by 1.1% to $132.6 billion, considering all modes of transportation.
Rail Freight Value by Country Pair
In July 2025, the value of freight moved by rail between the United States and Canada totaled $6.5 billion. During the same period, the value of freight moved by rail between the United States and Mexico totaled $7.9 billion.
Decline Trend
July 2025 marks the seventh consecutive month in 2025 that the value of North American transborder freight moved by rail between the three nations has declined.
Key Rail Connection Ports
The top rail connection ports for U.S. freight flows with Canada are Detroit, Port Huron, and International Falls. Laredo, Eagle Pass, and El Paso are the top rail connection ports with Mexico.
Conclusion
In July 2025, transborder rail freight between the United States, Canada, and Mexico decreased in value to $14.4 billion. This marks the seventh consecutive month of decline in 2025.
Company Summary
U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics: This is a U.S. government agency responsible for collecting, compiling, and disseminating transportation data.
“`


