Trucking Companies in Kentucky

Directory of 14,280+ 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

Schneider National

DOT Number: 292958
City: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 10,500+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalTanker

UPS Freight

DOT Number: 1017888
City: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 15,000+
Specialties: LTLDry VanExpedited

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number: 90944
City: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 8,000+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Fleet

DOT Number: 876543
City: Georgetown, KY
Fleet Size: 800+
Specialties: FlatbedDedicated

Total Quality Logistics

DOT Number: 1234876
City: Florence, KY
Fleet Size: Brokerage
Specialties: BrokerageDry VanFlatbed

Bluegrass Trucking

DOT Number: 2345876
City: Lexington, KY
Fleet Size: 250+
Specialties: Dry VanReefer

Kentucky Trailer

DOT Number: 1765432
City: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 300+
Specialties: SpecializedFlatbed

R+L Carriers

DOT Number: 158673
City: Wilmington, KY
Fleet Size: 5,200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Covenant Transport

DOT Number: 218960
City: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 5,800+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferDedicated

Lexington Cartage

DOT Number: 2987654
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 14,280 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Schneider National, UPS Freight, Werner Enterprises.

The largest carriers operating in Kentucky include Schneider National, UPS 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.