TRANSPORTATION
Strategic
Location
Kaufman’s location between Interstates 20 and 45 provides a strategic location for business seeking access to major markets with controlled operating costs. Kaufman provides both east-west and north-south highway connectivity without the traffic constraints of cities within the urban core of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Businesses locating in Kaufman can reach a customer base of over 55 million people within a 500 mile radius. Our location also affords access to two Union Pacific Rail Terminals within 30 minutes, providing rail access to markets on the west coast and in the midwest. Kaufman is also less than 4 hours from the Port of Houston, one of the largest ports in the nation. The Caddo-Bossier River Port near Shreveport, Louisiana is approximately 2 ½ hours from Kaufman, providing closer port access with river cargo capability and connection to the Gulf. The International Inland Port of Dallas sits within 30 minutes of Kaufman, one of the largest industrial logistics hubs in nation providing significant benefits for the regional supply chain.
AIRPORT
SERVICES
Kaufman is within one hour of two major commercial airports. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is one of the largest airports in the world with nonstop flights to approximately 270 destinations worldwide. It is also the home of American Airlines and is one of the busiest cargo airports in the nation. Dallas Love Field Airport serves approximately 77 nonstop domestic destinations and is the home of Southwest Airlines and private jet activity.
The Terrell Municipal Airport is located approximately 15 minutes north of Kaufman and features a 5,006’ runway for general aviation traffic. The Mesquite Metro Airport is located approximately 30 minutes from Kaufman and provides a 6,000’ runway for general aviation and private jet aircraft.
SHUTTLE
SERVICES
Kaufman is part of the STAR Transit network, offering curb-to-curb transit services allowing easy access to the places you need to be. STAR’s transit network covers communities throughout Kaufman, Rockwall and southeast Dallas Counties. Costs are between $1-$2 for every five miles you travel, or you can get single ride, day, or monthly passes for an added discount. STAR also partners with businesses and organizations needing consistent transportation options for employees.
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