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This article provides a detailed analysis of relevant issues related to improving the efficiency of freight operations with railcars at freight railway stations and the adjacent access tracks. The main focus is on reducing excessive idle time of railcars, trucks, and other rolling stock by optimizing the technological sequence of loading and unloading processes, as well as by rationalizing the use of technical equipment. The study substantiates the need to equip freight handling areas with a sufficient number of modern loading and unloading machines to ensure timely handling of cargo arriving in railcars of various categories. In accordance with the actual intensity of cargo flows, the most heavily loaded fronts located on critical paths are identified, and their optimal distribution is proposed, taking into account the quantity, performance, and workload of the technical resources in use. This systematic approach creates real preconditions for timely completion of all freight operations within the established timeframes, minimizes the risk of delays, and ensures a steady workflow at the station. The article also suggests ways to further improve the organization of local station operations through the development of a rational and balanced daily schedule. The use of network planning methods makes it possible to accurately identify critical operations, delays in which may cause schedule disruptions, and ensures reliable coordination of all stages of railcar handling. As a result, comprehensive improvements in the efficiency of freight station management and its operational performance are achieved. To prevent the idle time of transport vehicles during the delivery and removal of these railcars, it is advisable to carry out this process using Microsoft Project software for better organization.