Trucking in Wyoming
Owner-operator guide for Wyoming (WY) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Cheyenne state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
lowO-O Friendly
8/10
Fuel Tax
24.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.50 |
| Reefer | $2.80 |
| Flatbed | $3.10 |
Key Highways
I-80I-25I-90US-287US-26
These corridors connect Wyoming's major freight cities: Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Rock Springs. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Oil and gas
2Coal
3Ranching
4Tourism
5Wind energy
Top Shippers
Oil field operations
Coal mines
Walmart DC (Cheyenne)
Wind farm construction
Trucking Regulations
- I-80 wind closures VERY common
- Lowest population state — limited services
- No state income tax
- Cheyenne main logistics point at I-80/I-25
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
No toll roads
Winter Conditions
Extreme wind — I-80 closures for high winds are regular; blizzards
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Wyoming
In Wyoming, 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.
Wyoming scores 8/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has low freight volume with moderate truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Oil and gas, Coal, Ranching.
Key trucking regulations in Wyoming include: I-80 wind closures VERY common. Lowest population state — limited services. No state income tax. Cheyenne main logistics point at I-80/I-25. The state fuel tax rate is 24.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Wyoming are I-80, I-25, I-90, US-287, US-26. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Rock Springs. No toll roads.