Proudly Serving Rialto, California
A Santa Fe railroad colony that grew into a citrus town and a Route 66 stop — Rialto is just up the road from our Fontana headquarters, and Patterson Trans Inc is glad to be part of its story.Rialto businesses can coordinate refrigerated freight service, temperature-controlled trucking, and appointment-sensitive deliveries with Patterson’s nearby Fontana team.
Refrigerated Trucking Along Rialto’s Regional Corridors
Rialto is connected to the wider Inland Empire by Interstate 10, State Route 210, Riverside Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, the historic Route 66 corridor. Those routes support industrial, commercial and residential activity across a long north-south city, while nearby rail and distribution networks link the area with Southern California markets. Patterson Trans Inc serves Rialto from its established Fontana headquarters, close enough for the city to be part of regular local dispatch planning. We evaluate more than straight-line distance. Peak traffic, freeway interchange conditions, commercial driveway access and the location of the final receiver all influence a workable schedule. Rialto’s former municipal airport closed in 2014, so current freight planning should rely on the city’s actual highway and ground-distribution connections rather than outdated aviation references. Our team builds each refrigerated move around present-day routes, verified site details and the needs of the commodity.
Patterson Trans Inc coordinates reefer FTL, refrigerated LTL and cross-dock freight for Rialto through its nearby Fontana operation.
Coverage
Areas we serve near Rialto
From the Foothill Boulevard corridor to the warehouses along the 10 and 210, our team covers Rialto end to end.
Downtown Rialto gathers around Riverside Avenue, Foothill Boulevard and the Metrolink station. Rail crossings, storefront traffic and station activity can influence the last few blocks of a delivery. Patterson Trans Inc can confirm the receiver’s entrance and schedule refrigerated freight through I-10, SR 210 or local arterials.
Foothill Boulevard carries the historic Route 66 alignment across Rialto and supports a long line of commercial properties. Individual sites may use side-street or rear service access, so a business name alone is not enough for routing. Dispatchers can verify the dock, arrival window and cargo temperature before a refrigerated move.
Riverside Avenue is Rialto’s main north–south spine, linking the downtown area with I-10, SR 210 and large commercial districts. Peak traffic and frequent driveways reward precise appointment planning. Patterson Trans Inc can choose the most practical freeway approach and confirm equipment and receiving requirements in advance.
Merrill Avenue runs east–west through southern Rialto near industrial, school and residential uses. Freight destinations may sit on cross streets between Riverside and Cedar avenues, making gate and driveway notes valuable. Temperature-controlled shippers can provide those details so dispatch can plan a direct approach from Fontana.
Bud Bender Park lies near Foothill Boulevard and Rialto’s preserved historic adobe. Surrounding destinations use local streets rather than a dedicated freight complex, so exact address and curb or driveway access should be checked. Patterson Trans Inc can verify a suitable refrigerated-truck route and requested delivery time.
Common Questions
Rialto, CA — frequently asked
What is Rialto known for?+
Rialto is known as a former Santa Fe Railroad colony town and citrus center, its stretch of historic Route 66 along Foothill Boulevard, and the historic adobe building preserved near Bud Bender Park.
How old is the city of Rialto?+
Rialto was founded as a Santa Fe Railroad colony in 1887 and officially incorporated as a city in 1911, making it more than a century old.
Does Patterson Trans Inc have a location in Rialto?+
Our yard is based just up the road in Fontana at 13414 Slover Ave First Floor, open Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, and we serve Rialto as part of our regular coverage area. Call us at (909) 367-2848.
Where does Rialto's name come from?+
The town's founders named it after the Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy. "Rialto" comes from the Italian for "crossing place" — fitting for a town that grew up where Santa Fe Railroad lines crossed.
Is Route 66 part of Rialto?+
Yes — historic Route 66 ran through Rialto along Foothill Boulevard, part of the same Mother Road corridor that continues through neighboring Fontana and San Bernardino.
Get a Quote for Refrigerated Freight in Rialto
Whether you're a food distributor near Foothill Boulevard, a packaged-goods supplier, or a manufacturer operating out of a Rialto warehouse, we already know how freight moves through this city. Call Patterson Trans Inc at (909) 367-2848 or request a free quote to get your refrigerated freight moving safely and on time.
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Historical facts sourced from the City of Rialto and San Bernardino County historical records.
Photography, official sources & reuse notes
- Rialto Depot — Socafalcon · CC BY-SA 4.0
- A Beautiful Drive, 1904 — Brück & Sohn · CC0
- Hotel at Rialto, 1904 — Brück & Sohn · CC0
- Mayor information — official municipal source, verified August 19, 2026.
- City and chamber marks are used only to identify linked civic resources; no endorsement is implied.
- Rialto Clock — Jordan W. · CC BY-SA 3.0