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Trucking Companies in Colorado

Directory of 50,258+ 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

1

Schneider National

City
Denver, CO
Fleet Size
10,500+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalTanker
2

Werner Enterprises

City
Denver, CO
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
3

Western Distributing Transportation

City
Denver, CO
Fleet Size
900+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
4

Transwest

City
Denver, CO
Fleet Size
400+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicated
5

Colorado Doorways Inc

City
Colorado Springs, CO
Fleet Size
150+
Specialties
FlatbedSpecialized
6

Front Range Trucking

City
Fort Collins, CO
Fleet Size
200+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
7

Rocky Mountain Freight

City
Pueblo, CO
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
FlatbedHeavy Haul
8

Mile High Logistics

City
Aurora, CO
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
9

Prime Inc

City
Denver, CO
Fleet Size
7,500+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferTanker
10

Ruan Transportation

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 50,258 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.
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.