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Trucking Companies in Kentucky

Directory of 43,209+ registered carriers in Kentucky (KY). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Kentucky

Kentucky is a major logistics hub anchored by Louisville, home to UPS Worldport — the largest automated package handling facility in the world. This makes Louisville one of the most important overnight shipping and air freight hubs globally. The state's automotive sector (Toyota in Georgetown, Ford in Louisville, Corvette in Bowling Green) generates steady flatbed and dedicated freight. The I-65 and I-75 corridors provide excellent north-south connectivity. Bourbon distillery logistics create a niche but consistent freight segment.

Top Trucking Companies in Kentucky

1

Schneider National

City
Louisville, KY
Fleet Size
10,500+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalTanker
2

TForce Freight

City
Louisville, KY
Fleet Size
15,000+
Specialties
LTLDry VanExpedited
3

Werner Enterprises

City
Louisville, KY
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
4

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Fleet

City
Georgetown, KY
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
FlatbedDedicated
5

Total Quality Logistics

City
Florence, KY
Fleet Size
Brokerage
Specialties
BrokerageDry VanFlatbed
6

Bluegrass Trucking

City
Lexington, KY
Fleet Size
250+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
7

Kentucky Trailer

City
Louisville, KY
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
SpecializedFlatbed
8

R+L Carriers

City
Wilmington, KY
Fleet Size
5,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
9

Covenant Transport

City
Louisville, KY
Fleet Size
5,800+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferDedicated
10

Lexington Cartage

City
Lexington, KY
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
LTLDry Van

Kentucky Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.45

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanFlatbedLTL

Major Freight Hubs

  • Louisville
  • Lexington
  • Florence
  • Bowling Green

Key Industries

  • UPS Worldport hub
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • Bourbon/distilleries
  • Coal mining

Kentucky Trucking Regulations

Kentucky has a unique KYU weight-distance tax that applies to trucks over 59,999 lbs — carriers must file quarterly and pay a tax of 2.85 cents per mile. The state follows federal HOS and ELD regulations. Coal haul routes have special weight allowances. The state requires annual vehicle inspection for commercial trucks.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Kentucky

Kentucky has approximately 43,209 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Schneider National, TForce Freight, Werner Enterprises.
The largest carriers operating in Kentucky include Schneider National, TForce Freight, Werner Enterprises. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Flatbed, LTL. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.
The most common equipment types in Kentucky are Dry Van, Flatbed, LTL. Key industries driving freight demand include UPS Worldport hub, Automotive manufacturing, Bourbon/distilleries, Coal mining. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.45.
The major freight hubs in Kentucky are Louisville, Lexington, Florence, Bowling Green. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Kentucky has a unique KYU weight-distance tax that applies to trucks over 59,999 lbs — carriers must file quarterly and pay a tax of 2.85 cents per mile. The state follows federal HOS and ELD regulations. Coal haul routes have special weight allowances. The state requires annual vehicle inspection for commercial trucks.