Stronger Together for Smarter Shipping
BNSF’s Shortline Select™ program is designed to deliver superior rail service by strengthening collaboration with high-performing shortline railroads across our 32,500-mile network. These shortlines are more than partners — they’re an extension of BNSF’s commitment to seamless, reliable freight movement from origin to destination.
Together, BNSF and participating Shortline Select™ railroads provide customers with proven performance, shared data and integrated solutions that can support an efficient supply chain capable of growing with their business.
Why Shortline Select™ Matters To You
Improved Alignment & Coordination
We align service schedules, improve handoffs and use shared data systems to ensure smoother car movement between BNSF and shortline partners.
Enhanced Visibility
Shortline Select™ participants provide deeper transparency into car status, dwell time and interchange performance.
Meet Our Shortline Select™ Partners
These are some of the outstanding shortline railroads currently recognized under the Shortline Select™ program:
We look forward to welcoming additional shortlines to the program in the future.
Let’s Get Connected
Ready to learn how BNSF and our Shortline Select™ partners can deliver smarter, scalable logistics for your business?
Contact a BNSF Representative