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Trucking Companies in Illinois

Directory of 55,452+ 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

1

Schneider National

City
Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
10,500+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalTanker
2

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

City
Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
12,000+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalDedicated
3

Echo Global Logistics

City
Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
Brokerage
Specialties
BrokerageManaged Transportation
4

Coyote Logistics

City
Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
Brokerage
Specialties
BrokerageLTL
5

Heartland Express

City
East St. Louis, IL
Fleet Size
4,200+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicated
6

Caterpillar Private Fleet

City
Peoria, IL
Fleet Size
1,200+
Specialties
FlatbedSpecializedDedicated
7

Hub Group

City
Downers Grove, IL
Fleet Size
5,500+
Specialties
IntermodalDedicatedBrokerage
8

R+L Carriers

City
Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
5,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
9

TMC Transportation

City
Joliet, IL
Fleet Size
3,600+
Specialties
FlatbedSpecialized
10

BNSF Logistics

City
Logistics Park Chicago, IL
Fleet Size
3,000+
Specialties
IntermodalContainer
11

ADM Transportation

City
Decatur, IL
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
TankerDry VanDedicated
12

FedEx Freight

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 55,452 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.
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.