Trucking Companies in Illinois

Directory of 41,200+ registered carriers in Illinois (IL). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Illinois

Illinois, anchored by Chicago, is the undisputed intermodal capital of North America. More rail freight passes through Chicago than any other city in the world, making it a prime market for intermodal and drayage operations. The BNSF Logistics Park in Joliet is one of the largest inland ports. Beyond Chicago, Rockford has emerged as an e-commerce hub, while Peoria and Decatur drive manufacturing and agricultural freight. The I-55, I-80, and I-90 corridors serve as critical east-west and north-south connectors.

Top Trucking Companies in Illinois

Schneider National

DOT Number: 292958
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: 10,500+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalTanker

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

DOT Number: 534211
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: 12,000+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalDedicated

Echo Global Logistics

DOT Number: 1589432
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: Brokerage
Specialties: BrokerageManaged Transportation

Coyote Logistics

DOT Number: 1432567
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: Brokerage
Specialties: BrokerageLTL

Heartland Express

DOT Number: 292583
City: East St. Louis, IL
Fleet Size: 4,200+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

Caterpillar Private Fleet

DOT Number: 765432
City: Peoria, IL
Fleet Size: 1,200+
Specialties: FlatbedSpecializedDedicated

Hub Group

DOT Number: 879654
City: Downers Grove, IL
Fleet Size: 5,500+
Specialties: IntermodalDedicatedBrokerage

R+L Carriers

DOT Number: 158673
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: 5,200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

TMC Transportation

DOT Number: 256423
City: Joliet, IL
Fleet Size: 3,600+
Specialties: FlatbedSpecialized

BNSF Logistics

DOT Number: 345876
City: Logistics Park Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: 3,000+
Specialties: IntermodalContainer

ADM Transportation

DOT Number: 234567
City: Decatur, IL
Fleet Size: 800+
Specialties: TankerDry VanDedicated

FedEx Freight

DOT Number: 529361
City: Chicago, IL
Fleet Size: 40,000+
Specialties: LTLExpedited

Illinois Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.50

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanIntermodalReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

Chicago
Joliet
Rockford
East St. Louis
Peoria

Key Industries

Intermodal/rail logistics
Manufacturing
Agriculture
E-commerce fulfillment

Illinois Trucking Regulations

Illinois requires an annual safety inspection for all commercial vehicles and enforces strict Chicago drayage emissions standards. Tollway iPass is essential for the extensive toll road network (Illinois Tollway). The state has tire chain restrictions — chains are generally prohibited on Illinois highways. Weight enforcement is aggressive, especially on rural routes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Illinois

Illinois has approximately 41,200 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Schneider National, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Echo Global Logistics.

The largest carriers operating in Illinois include Schneider National, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Echo Global Logistics. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Intermodal, 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 Illinois are Dry Van, Intermodal, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Intermodal/rail logistics, Manufacturing, Agriculture, E-commerce fulfillment. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.50.

The major freight hubs in Illinois are Chicago, Joliet, Rockford, East St. Louis, Peoria. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.