Roswell, GA
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Roswell.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Southeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.37 |
| Reefer | $2.80 |
| Flatbed | $2.92 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
US-285US-70US-380
Top Industries
Dairy farming
Oil & Gas
Agriculture
Potash mining
Major Distribution Centers
Associated Wholesale Grocers
McLane distribution
Top Shippers
L
Leprino FoodsS
Southwest Cheese CompanyM
Mosaic PotashNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via US-285
Truck Stops
Love's #274 (US-285/US-70 junction)
Allsup's Travel Center
Challenges
- Long distances between services on two-lane highways.
- High winds cause blowing sand and dust.
- Heavy oilfield truck traffic on narrow rural roads.
- Limited truck parking and repair services.
Opportunities
- Rapidly growing population drives sustained freight demand
- Automotive manufacturing belt creates steady parts and finished vehicle freight
- Port of Savannah and Port of Charleston generate strong import volumes
- Year-round operations without severe winter weather interruptions
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Florida produce season (October-May) drives strong northbound reefer demand. Hurricane season (June-November) creates both risks and emergency freight surges. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Year-round construction keeps flatbed demand steady.
Trucking in Roswell — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Roswell: Dry Van $2.37, Reefer $2.80, Flatbed $2.92. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Roswell is rated "fair." Popular stops include Love's #274 (US-285/US-70 junction), Allsup's Travel Center. Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Roswell freight market include Leprino Foods, Southwest Cheese Company, Mosaic Potash. Key industries driving freight demand are dairy farming, oil & gas, agriculture.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Roswell include: Long distances between services on two-lane highways.; High winds cause blowing sand and dust.; Heavy oilfield truck traffic on narrow rural roads.. However, opportunities include rapidly growing population drives sustained freight demand.