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Trucking Companies in Pennsylvania

Directory of 81,568+ registered carriers in Pennsylvania (PA). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a critical freight state connecting the Northeast corridor with the Midwest. The I-81 corridor through Harrisburg and the Lehigh Valley has become one of the largest distribution center clusters in the country, with Amazon operating 15+ facilities. Penske, one of the largest logistics companies in the world, is headquartered in Reading. Philadelphia handles significant port activity, while Pittsburgh anchors western Pennsylvania's manufacturing and energy freight. The PA Turnpike, despite its high tolls, remains essential for east-west freight movement.

Top Trucking Companies in Pennsylvania

1

Penske Logistics

City
Reading, PA
Fleet Size
7,000+
Specialties
DedicatedDry VanFlatbed
2

XPO Logistics

City
Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size
13,000+
Specialties
LTLDry VanBrokerage
3

FedEx Freight

City
Pittsburgh, PA
Fleet Size
40,000+
Specialties
LTLExpedited
4

Estes Express Lines

City
Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size
9,800+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
5

Hershey Company Private Fleet

City
Hershey, PA
Fleet Size
500+
Specialties
ReeferDry VanDedicated
6

US Steel Private Fleet

City
Pittsburgh, PA
Fleet Size
400+
Specialties
FlatbedHeavy Haul
7

Giant Food Stores Fleet

City
Carlisle, PA
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
ReeferDry VanDedicated
8

R+L Carriers

City
Allentown, PA
Fleet Size
5,200+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
9

Keystone Logistics

City
Harrisburg, PA
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
Dry VanLTL
10

Old Dominion Freight Line

City
Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size
10,000+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
11

Ryder System

City
Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size
9,000+
Specialties
DedicatedDry VanReefer
12

Amazon PHL Fleet

City
Lehigh Valley, PA
Fleet Size
600+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicated

Pennsylvania Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.60

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanLTLReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

  • Philadelphia
  • Pittsburgh
  • Harrisburg
  • Lehigh Valley
  • Carlisle

Key Industries

  • Manufacturing
  • Food processing
  • E-commerce
  • Steel/energy

Pennsylvania Trucking Regulations

Pennsylvania has the PA Turnpike (I-76/I-276), one of the most expensive toll roads in the nation for trucks. The state requires annual vehicle safety inspections. Philadelphia has low-emission zone considerations. Mountain grades in western PA (I-76, I-80) require careful brake management. The state enforces aggressive weight limits on secondary roads.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has approximately 81,568 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Penske Logistics, XPO Logistics, FedEx Freight.
The largest carriers operating in Pennsylvania include Penske Logistics, XPO Logistics, FedEx Freight. 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 Pennsylvania are Dry Van, LTL, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Manufacturing, Food processing, E-commerce, Steel/energy. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.60.
The major freight hubs in Pennsylvania are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Lehigh Valley, Carlisle. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Pennsylvania has the PA Turnpike (I-76/I-276), one of the most expensive toll roads in the nation for trucks. The state requires annual vehicle safety inspections. Philadelphia has low-emission zone considerations. Mountain grades in western PA (I-76, I-80) require careful brake management. The state enforces aggressive weight limits on secondary roads.