Trucking Companies in Colorado

Directory of 12,650+ registered carriers in Colorado (CO). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Colorado

Colorado serves as a critical distribution hub for the Mountain West region, with Denver anchoring the I-25 and I-70 corridors. The state has seen explosive growth in e-commerce fulfillment centers along the Front Range. Mountain driving presents unique challenges, especially the I-70 corridor through the Rockies, which is one of the most demanding stretches of highway in North America. Strong beer and cannabis industries generate significant local freight demand.

Top Trucking Companies in Colorado

Schneider National

DOT Number: 292958
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 10,500+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalTanker

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number: 90944
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 8,000+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Western Distributing Transportation

DOT Number: 235641
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 900+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Transwest

DOT Number: 1342567
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 400+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

Colorado Doorways Inc

DOT Number: 1567234
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Fleet Size: 150+
Specialties: FlatbedSpecialized

Front Range Trucking

DOT Number: 2876543
City: Fort Collins, CO
Fleet Size: 200+
Specialties: Dry VanReefer

Rocky Mountain Freight

DOT Number: 2345876
City: Pueblo, CO
Fleet Size: 180+
Specialties: FlatbedHeavy Haul

Mile High Logistics

DOT Number: 3012456
City: Aurora, CO
Fleet Size: 300+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Prime Inc

DOT Number: 190484
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 7,500+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferTanker

Ruan Transportation

DOT Number: 164213
City: Denver, CO
Fleet Size: 3,200+
Specialties: DedicatedDry VanReefer

Colorado Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.55

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

Denver
Colorado Springs
Fort Collins
Pueblo

Key Industries

E-commerce fulfillment
Beer/beverage production
Aerospace
Energy

Colorado Trucking Regulations

Colorado enforces chain laws on I-70 through the mountains from September to May, requiring commercial vehicles to carry and deploy chains. The state has a vehicle emissions testing program in the Denver metro area. Mountain grades on I-70 (like the Eisenhower Tunnel at 11,158 feet) require careful brake management and have specific runaway truck ramp protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Colorado

Colorado has approximately 12,650 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Schneider National, Werner Enterprises, Western Distributing Transportation.

The largest carriers operating in Colorado include Schneider National, Werner Enterprises, Western Distributing Transportation. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Colorado are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include E-commerce fulfillment, Beer/beverage production, Aerospace, Energy. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.55.

The major freight hubs in Colorado are Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Pueblo. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.