Trucking Companies in Pennsylvania

Directory of 26,870+ 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

Penske Logistics

DOT Number: 154832
City: Reading, PA
Fleet Size: 7,000+
Specialties: DedicatedDry VanFlatbed

XPO Logistics

DOT Number: 231367
City: Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size: 13,000+
Specialties: LTLDry VanBrokerage

FedEx Freight

DOT Number: 529361
City: Pittsburgh, PA
Fleet Size: 40,000+
Specialties: LTLExpedited

Estes Express Lines

DOT Number: 81003
City: Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size: 9,800+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Hershey Company Private Fleet

DOT Number: 876543
City: Hershey, PA
Fleet Size: 500+
Specialties: ReeferDry VanDedicated

US Steel Private Fleet

DOT Number: 765432
City: Pittsburgh, PA
Fleet Size: 400+
Specialties: FlatbedHeavy Haul

Giant Food Stores Fleet

DOT Number: 654321
City: Carlisle, PA
Fleet Size: 800+
Specialties: ReeferDry VanDedicated

R+L Carriers

DOT Number: 158673
City: Allentown, PA
Fleet Size: 5,200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Keystone Logistics

DOT Number: 2456789
City: Harrisburg, PA
Fleet Size: 300+
Specialties: Dry VanLTL

Old Dominion Freight Line

DOT Number: 83804
City: Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size: 10,000+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Ryder System

DOT Number: 22306
City: Philadelphia, PA
Fleet Size: 9,000+
Specialties: DedicatedDry VanReefer

Amazon PHL Fleet

DOT Number: 1234876
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 26,870 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.