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Trucking Companies in Missouri

Directory of 18,470+ registered carriers in Missouri (MO). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Missouri

Missouri sits at the confluence of I-70, I-44, I-55, and I-35, making it one of the most connected states in the nation. Kansas City on the western border and St. Louis on the eastern border both serve as major distribution hubs. Prime Inc, one of the largest refrigerated carriers in the country, is headquartered in Springfield. The state's central location allows carriers to reach a massive portion of the US population within a day's drive. No toll roads on major routes keep operating costs reasonable.

Top Trucking Companies in Missouri

1

Prime Inc

DOT Number
190484
City
Springfield, MO
Fleet Size
7,500+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferTanker
2

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number
90944
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
3

Crete Carrier Corporation

DOT Number
245732
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
5,400+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
4

Jack Cooper Transport

DOT Number
456231
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
2,000+
Specialties
Auto TransportSpecialized
5

Leeway Heavy Haulers

DOT Number
1876543
City
Joplin, MO
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
FlatbedHeavy Haul
6

Show-Me Trucking

DOT Number
2654321
City
Columbia, MO
Fleet Size
200+
Specialties
Dry VanLTL
7

Ozarks Freight

DOT Number
2987654
City
Springfield, MO
Fleet Size
350+
Specialties
ReeferDry Van
8

FedEx Freight

DOT Number
529361
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
40,000+
Specialties
LTLExpedited
9

Old Dominion Freight Line

DOT Number
83804
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
10,000+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
10

ABF Freight System

DOT Number
37024
City
Kansas City, MO
Fleet Size
6,800+
Specialties
LTLDry Van

Missouri Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.40

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

  • Kansas City
  • St. Louis
  • Springfield
  • Joplin
  • Columbia

Key Industries

  • Automotive
  • Agriculture
  • Distribution/logistics
  • Manufacturing

Missouri Trucking Regulations

Missouri follows standard federal trucking regulations with an 80,000 lbs GVW limit on interstates. The state has no toll roads on major routes (the former toll bridges are now free). Annual safety inspections are required. Missouri has a reasonable permit process for oversize/overweight loads through MoDOT. Ice storms are the primary winter hazard.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Missouri

Missouri has approximately 18,470 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Prime Inc, Werner Enterprises, Crete Carrier Corporation.
The largest carriers operating in Missouri include Prime Inc, Werner Enterprises, Crete Carrier Corporation. 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 Missouri are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Automotive, Agriculture, Distribution/logistics, Manufacturing. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.40.
The major freight hubs in Missouri are Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Joplin, Columbia. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Missouri follows standard federal trucking regulations with an 80,000 lbs GVW limit on interstates. The state has no toll roads on major routes (the former toll bridges are now free). Annual safety inspections are required. Missouri has a reasonable permit process for oversize/overweight loads through MoDOT. Ice storms are the primary winter hazard.