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Trucking Companies in Washington

Directory of 50,616+ 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

1

Werner Enterprises

City
Seattle, WA
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
2

Schneider National

City
Seattle, WA
Fleet Size
10,500+
Specialties
Dry VanIntermodalTanker
3

Amazon Private Fleet

City
Seattle, WA
Fleet Size
10,000+
Specialties
Dry VanDedicated
4

Costco Wholesale Fleet

City
Issaquah, WA
Fleet Size
1,500+
Specialties
ReeferDry VanDedicated
5

Boeing Fleet

City
Everett, WA
Fleet Size
600+
Specialties
FlatbedSpecializedHeavy Haul
6

Starbucks Distribution Fleet

City
Kent, WA
Fleet Size
400+
Specialties
ReeferDry VanDedicated
7

Port of Seattle Drayage

City
Seattle, WA
Fleet Size
800+
Specialties
DrayageContainer
8

Evergreen State Trucking

City
Tacoma, WA
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
Dry VanReefer
9

Washington Fruit Express

City
Yakima, WA
Fleet Size
500+
Specialties
ReeferDedicated
10

Microsoft Logistics Fleet

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 50,616 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.
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.