Trucking Companies in Washington

Directory of 16,340+ registered carriers in Washington (WA). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Washington

Washington state is a top-tier freight market anchored by Amazon's headquarters in Seattle, Boeing's manufacturing in Everett, and the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma (which handle significant trans-Pacific container cargo). The state's agricultural sector, particularly apples, cherries, and hops in the Yakima Valley, drives reefer demand. The I-5 corridor connects Seattle to Portland and California, while I-90 crosses the Cascades to Spokane and beyond. No state income tax and strong tech sector presence make Washington attractive, though mountain pass closures in winter can disrupt operations.

Top Trucking Companies in Washington

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number: 90944
City: Seattle, WA
Fleet Size: 8,000+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Schneider National

DOT Number: 292958
City: Seattle, WA
Fleet Size: 10,500+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalTanker

Amazon Private Fleet

DOT Number: 2345876
City: Seattle, WA
Fleet Size: 10,000+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

Costco Wholesale Fleet

DOT Number: 876543
City: Issaquah, WA
Fleet Size: 1,500+
Specialties: ReeferDry VanDedicated

Boeing Fleet

DOT Number: 765432
City: Everett, WA
Fleet Size: 600+
Specialties: FlatbedSpecializedHeavy Haul

Starbucks Distribution Fleet

DOT Number: 654321
City: Kent, WA
Fleet Size: 400+
Specialties: ReeferDry VanDedicated

Port of Seattle Drayage

DOT Number: 1567234
City: Seattle, WA
Fleet Size: 800+
Specialties: DrayageContainer

Evergreen State Trucking

DOT Number: 2876543
City: Tacoma, WA
Fleet Size: 300+
Specialties: Dry VanReefer

Washington Fruit Express

DOT Number: 2654321
City: Yakima, WA
Fleet Size: 500+
Specialties: ReeferDedicated

Microsoft Logistics Fleet

DOT Number: 1876234
City: Redmond, WA
Fleet Size: 250+
Specialties: SpecializedDedicated

Washington Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.65

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferDrayageFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

Seattle
Tacoma
Spokane
Yakima

Key Industries

E-commerce (Amazon HQ)
Aerospace (Boeing)
Agriculture
Port operations

Washington Trucking Regulations

Washington follows federal trucking regulations but has additional environmental requirements. The state has extensive mountain pass chain requirements (Snoqualmie, Stevens, Blewett). Tire chain laws are strictly enforced from November through March. The Port of Seattle/Tacoma has clean truck requirements. Washington has no state income tax.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Washington

Washington has approximately 16,340 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Werner Enterprises, Schneider National, Amazon Private Fleet.

The largest carriers operating in Washington include Werner Enterprises, Schneider National, Amazon Private Fleet. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Reefer, Drayage, Flatbed. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Washington are Dry Van, Reefer, Drayage, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include E-commerce (Amazon HQ), Aerospace (Boeing), Agriculture, Port operations. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.65.

The major freight hubs in Washington are Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Yakima. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.