Trucking in Ohio
Owner-operator guide for Ohio (OH) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Columbus state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
very highO-O Friendly
7/10
Fuel Tax
28.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.40 |
| Reefer | $2.70 |
| Flatbed | $2.95 |
Key Highways
I-70I-71I-75I-77I-80/90I-90I-270
These corridors connect Ohio's major freight cities: Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, Akron. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Automotive
2Manufacturing
3Agriculture
4Logistics
5Healthcare
Top Shippers
Honda (Marysville)
Amazon CMH1-CMH4
Procter & Gamble
Kroger HQ/DCs
Walmart DCs
Trucking Regulations
- Ohio Turnpike tolls — budget $15-25 per crossing
- Columbus fastest growing Midwest logistics market
- I-70/I-71 interchange congestion hotspot
- Cleveland lake-effect snow — avoid Nov-Mar if possible
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) — E-ZPass
Winter Conditions
Lake-effect snow in north; ice storms; I-71 fog
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Ohio
In Ohio, dry van rates average $2.40/mile, reefer rates average $2.70/mile, and flatbed rates average $2.95/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
Ohio scores 7/10 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, Agriculture.
Key trucking regulations in Ohio include: Ohio Turnpike tolls — budget $15-25 per crossing. Columbus fastest growing Midwest logistics market. I-70/I-71 interchange congestion hotspot. Cleveland lake-effect snow — avoid Nov-Mar if possible. The state fuel tax rate is 28.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Ohio are I-70, I-71, I-75, I-77, I-80/90, I-90, I-270. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, Akron. Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90) — E-ZPass.