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Trucking Companies in Ohio

Directory of 28,540+ registered carriers in Ohio (OH). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Ohio

Ohio is one of the top five trucking states in the nation, benefiting from its position within 600 miles of 60% of the US population. Columbus has become the hottest distribution center market in the Midwest, attracting Amazon, Target, and countless other retailers. Total Quality Logistics (TQL), one of the largest freight brokerages in the US, is headquartered in Cincinnati. The I-70/I-71 interchange in Columbus is one of the most important freight crossroads in the country. Manufacturing (Honda, P&G, Kroger) drives diverse freight demand.

Top Trucking Companies in Ohio

1

FedEx Freight

DOT Number
529361
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
40,000+
Specialties
LTLExpedited
2

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

DOT Number
534211
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
12,000+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodal
3

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number
90944
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
4

Penske Logistics

DOT Number
154832
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
7,000+
Specialties
DedicatedDry VanFlatbed
5

Ryder System

DOT Number
22306
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
9,000+
Specialties
DedicatedDry VanReefer
6

Honda Private Fleet

DOT Number
876543
City
Marysville, OH
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
FlatbedDedicated
7

Procter & Gamble Fleet

DOT Number
654321
City
Cincinnati, OH
Fleet Size
1,500+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferDedicated
8

Kroger Private Fleet

DOT Number
543876
City
Cincinnati, OH
Fleet Size
2,000+
Specialties
ReeferDry VanDedicated
9

R+L Carriers

DOT Number
158673
City
Wilmington, OH
Fleet Size
5,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
10

Total Quality Logistics

DOT Number
1234876
City
Cincinnati, OH
Fleet Size
Brokerage
Specialties
BrokerageDry VanFlatbed
11

Dayton Freight Lines

DOT Number
284213
City
Dayton, OH
Fleet Size
4,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
12

Old Dominion Freight Line

DOT Number
83804
City
Columbus, OH
Fleet Size
10,000+
Specialties
LTLDry Van

Ohio Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.45

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanLTLReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

  • Columbus
  • Cincinnati
  • Cleveland
  • Dayton
  • Toledo

Key Industries

  • Automotive
  • Consumer goods (P&G, Kroger)
  • Manufacturing
  • E-commerce

Ohio Trucking Regulations

Ohio follows federal trucking regulations with an 80,000 lbs GVW limit on interstates. The Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) charges tolls. Annual vehicle inspections are not required by the state but federal DOT inspections apply. The state has aggressive speed and weight enforcement, particularly on I-71 and I-77.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Ohio

Ohio has approximately 28,540 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include FedEx Freight, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Werner Enterprises.
The largest carriers operating in Ohio include FedEx Freight, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Werner Enterprises. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, LTL, 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 Ohio are Dry Van, LTL, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Automotive, Consumer goods (P&G, Kroger), Manufacturing, E-commerce. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.45.
The major freight hubs in Ohio are Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dayton, Toledo. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Ohio follows federal trucking regulations with an 80,000 lbs GVW limit on interstates. The Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) charges tolls. Annual vehicle inspections are not required by the state but federal DOT inspections apply. The state has aggressive speed and weight enforcement, particularly on I-71 and I-77.