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Trucking Companies in Connecticut

Directory of 21,376+ registered carriers in Connecticut (CT). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Connecticut

Connecticut is a key link in the Northeast freight corridor, positioned between New York City and Boston along I-95. The state has significant pharmaceutical and defense manufacturing that generates high-value freight. Tight operating conditions with narrow roads and dense population centers make it challenging for large vehicles. However, proximity to major consumer markets means strong demand for last-mile and LTL services.

Top Trucking Companies in Connecticut

1

XPO Logistics

City
Greenwich, CT
Fleet Size
13,000+
Specialties
LTLDry VanBrokerage
2

Dayton Freight Lines

City
Hartford, CT
Fleet Size
4,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
3

New England Motor Freight

City
New Haven, CT
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
4

Nutmeg State Transport

City
Bridgeport, CT
Fleet Size
200+
Specialties
Dry VanLTL
5

Connecticut Freight Services

City
Waterbury, CT
Fleet Size
150+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
6

Yankee Logistics

City
Stamford, CT
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
LTLWhite Glove
7

FedEx Freight

City
Hartford, CT
Fleet Size
40,000+
Specialties
LTLExpedited
8

Estes Express Lines

City
Hartford, CT
Fleet Size
9,800+
Specialties
LTLDry Van

Connecticut Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.75

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanLTLReefer

Major Freight Hubs

  • Hartford
  • New Haven
  • Bridgeport
  • Stamford

Key Industries

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Defense/aerospace
  • Financial services logistics
  • Manufacturing

Connecticut Trucking Regulations

Connecticut enforces strict emissions standards and requires commercial vehicles to comply with Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM) standards. Trucks over 73,280 lbs require special permits. The state has numerous restricted local roads where trucks are prohibited. Highway use tax applies to heavy vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Connecticut

Connecticut has approximately 21,376 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include XPO Logistics, Dayton Freight Lines, New England Motor Freight.
The largest carriers operating in Connecticut include XPO Logistics, Dayton Freight Lines, New England Motor Freight. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, LTL, Reefer. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.
The most common equipment types in Connecticut are Dry Van, LTL, Reefer. Key industries driving freight demand include Pharmaceuticals, Defense/aerospace, Financial services logistics, Manufacturing. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.75.
The major freight hubs in Connecticut are Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Stamford. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Connecticut enforces strict emissions standards and requires commercial vehicles to comply with Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM) standards. Trucks over 73,280 lbs require special permits. The state has numerous restricted local roads where trucks are prohibited. Highway use tax applies to heavy vehicles.