What to compare across Trucking Companies in Wisconsin

Operating area and lanes
Cargo and equipment fit
USDOT or MC identifiers
Documented technology capabilities

Provider counts by service

As of , this directory lists the following active profiles marked verified:

  • 6 trucking companies
  • 5 freight brokers
  • 1 warehouse operators

Ports, airports, and corridors this page covers

  • I-94 Milwaukee–Chicago and I-90 Madison corridors
  • I-43 Green Bay and Fox Valley lanes
  • Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, and Racine-area LTL terminals
  • Next-day Chicago and Twin Cities rings out of those terminals

Local selection rules

Wisconsin trucking sits on I-94, I-90, and I-43 with terminals in Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison. Compare the pickup terminal and the USDOT or MC identity before a statewide coverage claim.

  1. Match the legal name and USDOT or MC number to current FMCSA records.
  2. Ask whether the quote is a direct carrier move or a brokered handoff.
  3. Confirm the pickup terminal is Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, or another named Wisconsin city.
  4. Match equipment to the cargo: dry van, reefer, flatbed, LTL, or expedite.
  5. Require the same origin, destination, appointments, and accessorials on every quote.
  6. Confirm insurance, safety status, and capacity the week you tender.

When to use a carrier, a broker, or a 3PL in Wisconsin

A Wisconsin carrier is the asset. A broker is useful for overflow. A 3PL is the wrong first call when the freight is already ready to roll.

When this is the jobUseWhy
A dedicated or regular Wisconsin lane you can fill and scheduleCarrierDirect USDOT/MC identity and the actual Milwaukee, Madison, or Green Bay terminal cut the extra party out.
Spot truckload or mixed equipment after the freight is readyFreight brokerYou need a licensed desk, not another warehouse agreement.
Inventory, fulfillment, or staging before the highway move3PLThe constraint is the building and cutoff, not the next truck.

Questions this page can answer

How should I compare trucking companies in Wisconsin?

Compare the USDOT or MC identity, equipment, pickup terminal, documented lanes, and record freshness. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are different terminals. Do not treat a statewide map as a substitute for the yard that will pick up your freight.

Is LTL the same as hiring a Wisconsin trucking company for FTL?

No. LTL buys space in a shared trailer and extra handling. FTL buys a dedicated truck. Choose based on cube, damage risk, and appointment windows—not the brand name.

When should I use a freight broker instead of a Wisconsin carrier?

Use a broker for irregular lanes or mixed equipment after the freight is ready. Use a carrier when you have a repeat Wisconsin lane and can work the USDOT or MC identity directly.

Which Wisconsin terminals should I confirm first?

Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, and the Racine–Kenosha ring appear on first-party LTL locator pages used for this directory. Confirm the actual terminal city on each profile.

Compare documented Trucking Companies capabilities in Wisconsin

Use the profiles below to compare location, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness. Open a profile for complete documented details.

ProviderBaseTransport modesDocumented capabilitiesMCDOTFMCCBPVerified
Dayton Freight Lines - MadisonMadison, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Madison Service Center, Midwest Regional Coverage189528273301Aug 16, 2026
Dayton Freight Lines - MilwaukeeSturtevant, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Milwaukee Sturtevant Terminal, Southeast Wisconsin Coverage189528273301Aug 16, 2026
Estes Express Lines - MilwaukeeMilwaukee, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Milwaukee Terminal, Next-Day Midwest Lanes97275121018Aug 16, 2026
Old Dominion Freight Line - Green BayGreen Bay, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Green Bay Service Center, Fox Valley And Upper Peninsula Lanes10747890849Aug 16, 2026
Old Dominion Freight Line - MadisonWindsor, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Madison Windsor Terminal, Southern Wisconsin Coverage10747890849Aug 16, 2026
Old Dominion Freight Line - MilwaukeeMilwaukee, WITruck Ltl, Truck FtlLTL, Milwaukee Service Center, Regional Pickup And Delivery10747890849Aug 16, 2026

Editorial profiles are shown alphabetically. Paid placements appear separately and are labeled. This table does not assign ratings or declare a best provider.

Trucking Companies profiles in Wisconsin

Specialties: LTLMadison service centerMidwest regional coverage
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Madison service center of Dayton Freight Lines at 6320 Manufacturers Drive, operating under USDOT 273301 and MC 189528 for Wisconsin regional LTL....

Specialties: LTLMilwaukee Sturtevant terminalSoutheast Wisconsin coverage
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Milwaukee-area Dayton Freight Lines service center in Sturtevant at 3135 County Hwy. H, operating under USDOT 273301 and MC 189528 for southeastern Wi...

Specialties: LTLMilwaukee terminalNext-day Midwest lanes
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Milwaukee service center of Estes Express Lines at 6161 S. 6th Street, operating under USDOT 121018 and MC 97275 for Wisconsin LTL and next-day Midwes...

Specialties: LTLGreen Bay service centerFox Valley and Upper Peninsula lanes
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Green Bay service center of Old Dominion Freight Line at 1201 Contract Drive, operating under USDOT 90849 and MC 107478 for northeastern Wisconsin LTL...

Specialties: LTLMadison Windsor terminalSouthern Wisconsin coverage
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Madison-area service center of Old Dominion Freight Line in Windsor at 4380 Duraform Lane, operating under USDOT 90849 and MC 107478 for southern Wisc...

Specialties: LTLMilwaukee service centerRegional pickup and delivery
Transport Modes: TRUCK LTLTRUCK FTL

Milwaukee service center of Old Dominion Freight Line at 401 W. Layton Avenue, operating under USDOT 90849 and MC 107478 for southern Wisconsin and no...

Compare 6 active Trucking Companies profiles in Wisconsin. Review documented locations, transport modes, specialties, identifiers, and record freshness before contacting a provider for shipment-specific availability and pricing.

Evidence to check before selecting Trucking Companies

Use profile fields as a starting point, then confirm time-sensitive requirements directly:

  • Current operating authority and regulatory identifiers
  • Insurance, safety status, and cargo-specific compliance
  • Service area, equipment, capacity, and appointment availability
  • Complete pricing, accessorials, transit commitments, and claims terms
  • Tracking, EDI, API, or booking capabilities when required

Trucking Companies Coverage Areas in Wisconsin

Major Service Areas

Use these city pages to review providers based in Wisconsin's key markets:

  • Milwaukee: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Madison: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Green Bay: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Kenosha: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius
  • Racine: review local profiles and confirm the required service radius

Coverage and timing to confirm

  • Origin and destination: confirm exact ZIP-code, port, airport, or facility coverage
  • Transit or service window: obtain a shipment-specific commitment
  • Equipment and handling: confirm availability for the required dates
  • Interstate or international authority: check the appropriate regulator when applicable

Strategic Infrastructure Access

Ask shortlisted providers whether they currently serve the relevant transportation hub:

  • Port of Milwaukee
  • Port of Green Bay
  • Port of Superior
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International
  • Dane County Regional

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Wisconsin

How should I compare trucking companies in Wisconsin?

Compare the USDOT or MC identity, equipment, pickup terminal, documented lanes, and record freshness. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are different terminals. Do not treat a statewide map as a substitute for the yard that will pick up your freight.

Is LTL the same as hiring a Wisconsin trucking company for FTL?

No. LTL buys space in a shared trailer and extra handling. FTL buys a dedicated truck. Choose based on cube, damage risk, and appointment windows—not the brand name.

When should I use a freight broker instead of a Wisconsin carrier?

Use a broker for irregular lanes or mixed equipment after the freight is ready. Use a carrier when you have a repeat Wisconsin lane and can work the USDOT or MC identity directly.

Which Wisconsin terminals should I confirm first?

Milwaukee, Green Bay, Madison, and the Racine–Kenosha ring appear on first-party LTL locator pages used for this directory. Confirm the actual terminal city on each profile.

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