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Trucking Companies in Indiana

Directory of 46,951+ registered carriers in Indiana (IN). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Indiana

Indiana lives up to its 'Crossroads of America' motto — I-65, I-69, I-70, and I-74 all converge in Indianapolis, making it one of the best-connected trucking hubs in the country. The state's central location means a truck can reach over 80% of the US population within a day's drive. Major distribution centers for Amazon, Walmart, Subaru, and Eli Lilly create consistent freight demand. Low operating costs and trucker-friendly regulations make Indiana popular with carriers.

Top Trucking Companies in Indiana

1

Schneider National

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
10,500+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalTanker
2

Werner Enterprises

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
3

FedEx Freight

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
40,000+
Specialties
LTLExpedited
4

USA Truck

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
2,100+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicated
5

Celadon Group

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
3,400+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicatedFlatbed
6

Carrier One

City
Fort Wayne, IN
Fleet Size
250+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
7

Hoosier Freight

City
Columbus, IN
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
FlatbedDry Van
8

Crossroads Trucking

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
400+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferLTL
9

Old Dominion Freight Line

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
10,000+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
10

Ruan Transportation

City
Indianapolis, IN
Fleet Size
3,200+
Specialties
DedicatedDry VanReefer

Indiana Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.45

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

  • Indianapolis
  • Fort Wayne
  • Evansville
  • Gary

Key Industries

  • Automotive manufacturing
  • Pharmaceutical
  • E-commerce fulfillment
  • Agriculture

Indiana Trucking Regulations

Indiana is known as the 'Crossroads of America' for good reason — more interstate highways pass through Indiana than any other state. The state follows federal regulations with no additional state-specific trucking mandates. The Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) charges tolls. Indiana does not require state-level vehicle inspections for commercial trucks.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Indiana

Indiana has approximately 46,951 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, FedEx Freight.
The largest carriers operating in Indiana include Schneider National, Werner Enterprises, FedEx Freight. 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 Indiana are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Automotive manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, E-commerce fulfillment, Agriculture. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.45.
The major freight hubs in Indiana are Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, Gary. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Indiana is known as the 'Crossroads of America' for good reason — more interstate highways pass through Indiana than any other state. The state follows federal regulations with no additional state-specific trucking mandates. The Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) charges tolls. Indiana does not require state-level vehicle inspections for commercial trucks.