Trucking in North Dakota
Owner-operator guide for North Dakota (ND) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Bismarck state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
moderateO-O Friendly
7/10
Fuel Tax
23.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.50 |
| Reefer | $2.80 |
| Flatbed | $3.10 |
Key Highways
I-94I-29US-2US-83
These corridors connect North Dakota's major freight cities: Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Oil (Bakken)
2Agriculture
3Energy
4Military
Top Shippers
Bakken oil field
Cargill (Fargo)
Amazon FAR1
Military bases
Trucking Regulations
- Bakken oil loads pay $4+/mile
- Extreme cold — winter diesel mandatory
- Fargo-Moorhead main freight hub
- Long empty stretches — carry emergency supplies
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
No toll roads
Winter Conditions
Extreme cold (-40F possible); blizzards; I-94 closures
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in North Dakota
In North Dakota, dry van rates average $2.50/mile, reefer rates average $2.80/mile, and flatbed rates average $3.10/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
North Dakota scores 7/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has moderate freight volume with moderate truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Oil (Bakken), Agriculture, Energy.
Key trucking regulations in North Dakota include: Bakken oil loads pay $4+/mile. Extreme cold — winter diesel mandatory. Fargo-Moorhead main freight hub. Long empty stretches — carry emergency supplies. The state fuel tax rate is 23.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in North Dakota are I-94, I-29, US-2, US-83. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot. No toll roads.