Trucking in Nebraska
Owner-operator guide for Nebraska (NE) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Lincoln state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
moderateO-O Friendly
8/10
Fuel Tax
24.8 c/gal
Parking
abundantAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.30 |
| Reefer | $2.60 |
| Flatbed | $2.80 |
Key Highways
I-80I-76I-29US-83US-81
These corridors connect Nebraska's major freight cities: Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, North Platte. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Agriculture
2Beef processing
3Insurance
4Railroads
5Manufacturing
Top Shippers
Werner Enterprises HQ (Omaha)
ConAgra
Tyson Foods
UP Railroad
Costco Wholesale DC
Trucking Regulations
- Werner and carriers HQ here — backhaul capital
- I-80 runs entire length of state
- North Platte largest rail yard
- Wind gusts tip empty trailers on I-80
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
No toll roads
Winter Conditions
Blizzards; I-80 closures; high winds on open plains; ice
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Nebraska
In Nebraska, dry van rates average $2.30/mile, reefer rates average $2.60/mile, and flatbed rates average $2.80/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
Nebraska scores 8/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has moderate freight volume with abundant truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Agriculture, Beef processing, Insurance.
Key trucking regulations in Nebraska include: Werner and carriers HQ here — backhaul capital. I-80 runs entire length of state. North Platte largest rail yard. Wind gusts tip empty trailers on I-80. The state fuel tax rate is 24.8 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Nebraska are I-80, I-76, I-29, US-83, US-81. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, North Platte. No toll roads.