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Trucking Companies in Alaska

Directory of 1,840+ registered carriers in Alaska (AK). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Alaska

Alaska presents unique challenges and premium pay for truckers willing to handle extreme conditions. The state relies heavily on trucking for supplies to remote communities, especially along the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay. Anchorage serves as the primary freight hub, receiving goods from the Port of Anchorage and distributing throughout the state. Rates are among the highest in the nation due to harsh conditions and limited competition.

Top Trucking Companies in Alaska

1

Carlile Transportation Systems

DOT Number
97437
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
500+
Specialties
FlatbedHeavy HaulSpecialized
2

Lynden Transport

DOT Number
79263
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
1,200+
Specialties
LTLDry VanReefer
3

Brice Inc

DOT Number
376547
City
Fairbanks, AK
Fleet Size
200+
Specialties
Heavy HaulSpecialized
4

Sourdough Express

DOT Number
138572
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
5

Alaska West Express

DOT Number
420689
City
Fairbanks, AK
Fleet Size
250+
Specialties
TankerFlatbed
6

Totem Ocean Trailer Express

DOT Number
256831
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
150+
Specialties
IntermodalDry Van
7

Northern Air Cargo

DOT Number
687452
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
100+
Specialties
Air FreightExpedited
8

Matson Alaska

DOT Number
345218
City
Anchorage, AK
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
IntermodalContainer

Alaska Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$4.05

Top Equipment Types

FlatbedHeavy HaulTanker

Major Freight Hubs

  • Anchorage
  • Fairbanks

Key Industries

  • Oil and gas
  • Fishing
  • Mining
  • Military logistics

Alaska Trucking Regulations

Alaska is not part of IFTA, so carriers must pay fuel tax directly to the state. Chains are required by law during winter months, and the Dalton Highway requires special permits. Studded tires are allowed October 1 through April 30, and weight limits vary significantly by road classification.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Alaska

Alaska has approximately 1,840 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Carlile Transportation Systems, Lynden Transport, Brice Inc.
The largest carriers operating in Alaska include Carlile Transportation Systems, Lynden Transport, Brice Inc. These companies cover specialties including Flatbed, Heavy Haul, Tanker. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.
The most common equipment types in Alaska are Flatbed, Heavy Haul, Tanker. Key industries driving freight demand include Oil and gas, Fishing, Mining, Military logistics. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $4.05.
The major freight hubs in Alaska are Anchorage, Fairbanks. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Alaska is not part of IFTA, so carriers must pay fuel tax directly to the state. Chains are required by law during winter months, and the Dalton Highway requires special permits. Studded tires are allowed October 1 through April 30, and weight limits vary significantly by road classification.