Trucking in Indiana
Owner-operator guide for Indiana (IN) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Indianapolis state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
very highO-O Friendly
8/10
Fuel Tax
33.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.35 |
| Reefer | $2.65 |
| Flatbed | $2.90 |
Key Highways
I-65I-70I-69I-74I-80/94I-465
These corridors connect Indiana's major freight cities: Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Gary, Evansville, South Bend. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Automotive manufacturing
2Pharmaceuticals
3Logistics
4Agriculture
5Steel
Top Shippers
Amazon MQJ1/IND1-IND9
Eli Lilly (Indianapolis)
Subaru (Lafayette)
Walmart DCs
FedEx Ground
Trucking Regulations
- Crossroads of America — I-70/I-65 intersection busiest
- Standard federal compliance
- Low fuel tax vs neighbors
- Indianapolis top 5 US logistics hub
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) — E-ZPass; ~$20 crossing
Winter Conditions
Cold winters; lake-effect snow in north; I-65 ice storms
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Indiana
In Indiana, dry van rates average $2.35/mile, reefer rates average $2.65/mile, and flatbed rates average $2.90/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
Indiana scores 8/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has very high freight volume with moderate truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Automotive manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Logistics.
Key trucking regulations in Indiana include: Crossroads of America — I-70/I-65 intersection busiest. Standard federal compliance. Low fuel tax vs neighbors. Indianapolis top 5 US logistics hub. The state fuel tax rate is 33.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Indiana are I-65, I-70, I-69, I-74, I-80/94, I-465. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Gary, Evansville, South Bend. Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) — E-ZPass; ~$20 crossing.