Amazon Freight

Seattle, WA · Founded 2016 · 100,000+ trailers (contracted + owned); growing company fleet · 48 states

Company Overview

Amazon Freight is Amazon's rapidly growing trucking operation that moves freight between Amazon fulfillment centers, sort centers, and delivery stations across the United States. Amazon uses a combination of contracted carriers, owner-operators (through the Amazon Relay platform), and a growing company driver fleet. The Amazon Relay app allows carriers to book loads, check in at facilities, and manage paperwork digitally. Amazon's relay model breaks long hauls into shorter segments, which can provide better home time than traditional OTR.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Driver Pay

$0.58-$0.75/mi (contracted carrier rates)

Team Driver Pay

N/A

Owner-Operator Pay

$1.20-$1.60/mi (Amazon relay)

Benefits & Perks

Growing freight network with Amazon volume
Amazon Relay app for load booking and check-in
Drop-and-hook freight (no detention)
Consistent volume from Amazon's supply chain
Relay model reduces individual driver OTR time
Growing company driver opportunities

Hiring Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years old
Experience Required: Varies by program
CDL Class: Class A
Endorsements: None required

Pros & Cons

Pros

Massive and growing freight volume from Amazon
Drop-and-hook eliminates detention time
Amazon Relay app streamlines operations
Relay model offers shorter individual runs

Cons

Amazon's rates can be aggressive (lower than market at times)
Strict facility arrival windows and performance metrics
Dependent on Amazon as sole freight source
Company driver program still developing

Equipment & Operations

Equipment Types

Dry VanIntermodalDedicated

Operating Region

48 states

Home Time

Varies by program (relay model enables shorter runs)

Annual Revenue

N/A (internal division of Amazon.com)

Best For

Carriers and owner-operators wanting consistent Amazon freight with digital load management

Frequently Asked Questions About Amazon Freight

Amazon Relay is Amazon's digital platform for trucking partners. It allows carriers and owner-operators to book loads, check in at Amazon facilities using the app, and manage documentation digitally. It streamlines the process of hauling Amazon freight.

Amazon is growing its company driver program, but the majority of Amazon freight is still moved by contracted carriers and owner-operators. Check Amazon's transportation jobs page for current company driver openings.

Profitability depends on rates, lanes, and operating costs. Amazon offers consistent volume and drop-and-hook efficiency, but some carriers report rates below market average. The high volume and reliability can offset lower per-load rates for the right operation.

Company Snapshot

Rating: 3.6 / 5.0
Headquarters: Seattle, WA
Founded: 2016
Fleet Size: 100,000+ trailers (contracted + owned); growing company fleet
Drivers: Primarily contracted carriers; growing company driver program
DOT #: 3518498
MC #: 1126845

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Pros & Cons

Pros

Massive and growing freight volume from Amazon
Drop-and-hook eliminates detention time
Amazon Relay app streamlines operations
Relay model offers shorter individual runs

Cons

Amazon's rates can be aggressive (lower than market at times)
Strict facility arrival windows and performance metrics
Dependent on Amazon as sole freight source
Company driver program still developing

Frequently Asked Questions About Amazon Freight