10 Best Dry Van Carriers in Dallas (2026)

I ranked the best dry van carriers in Dallas based on verified broker and shipper reviews pulled directly from CarrierSource. The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is one of the most active freight markets in the country: it sits at the crossroads of I-20, I-30, I-35, and I-45, making it a natural distribution hub for loads moving in every direction. That also means there's no shortage of carriers operating in the area, and quality varies widely.

I looked at star ratings, review volume, and the substance of what brokers and shippers actually wrote. A 5.0 rating from five reviews tells a different story than a 4.9 from fifteen. I weighted both, and I prioritized carriers whose reviews speak specifically to dry van operations: on-time performance, communication quality, tracking compliance, and how they handle the inevitable hiccups that come with any long-haul lane.

The ten carriers below are the ones that came out on top. Each one has earned their spot through a track record of real loads, real reviews, and real results. If you want to dig deeper into the full Dallas carrier pool, you can browse the full list and filter by your own criteria directly on CarrierSource.

1. Kemp's Logistics & Transport LLC: Perfect Score, Flawless Execution

"We had a fantastic experience with this carrier on a short lane for us! Both the driver and dispatcher demonstrated excellent communication, keeping us informed about check-in and check-out times via text and email. The driver was punctual for both appointments, and tracking the haul was seamless with no issues. Highly recommend!" — Verified Broker, OH

What stands out: Kemp's Logistics sits about 45 miles southeast of Dallas and runs a tight, owner-operated model. Nine reviews, zero misses. Brokers highlight the same things consistently: punctuality, proactive communication from both dispatcher and driver, seamless tracking, and paperwork delivered before you even ask. For a two-truck outfit, the level of professionalism described in these reviews is remarkable. One broker called out that they coordinated multiple deliveries simultaneously with Kemp's and cited their tracking accuracy as the reason it worked.

Best for: Shippers and brokers who want the reliability of a dedicated owner-operator with the communication standards of a larger fleet. Excellent fit for lanes originating east of Dallas.

2. Myiset LLC: Consistent Across Every Freight Type

"This team has run a little bit of every type of freight for our team, and they are always on their A game. On this load in question the driver made sure to stay on tracking the whole trip and hit both sides on time, with ease. Great team and great communication!" — Verified Broker, OH

What stands out: Myiset is a Fort Worth-based carrier with a perfect 5.0 across seven reviews and a versatile fleet that runs dry van, flatbed, and more. What reviewers keep coming back to is reliability under pressure: one broker described giving Myiset a flatbed load requiring specific securement equipment that most carriers don't carry, and Myiset confirmed the equipment in advance, showed up prepared, and ran it clean. Their dry van reviews are equally strong, with multiple brokers noting full tracking compliance and on-time performance on both pickup and delivery.

Best for: Brokers who need a carrier that can flex across freight types without losing standards on any of them. Strong option for DFW-area spot coverage.

3. TX Loadrunners: Recommended for TX-to-TX Lanes

"Good experience with TX Loadrunners on this load. The communication from the dispatcher was solid. We received the necessary updates. The driver provided excellent tracking from start to finish. Recommended for TX to TX!" — Verified Broker, OH

What stands out: TX Loadrunners is one of the more reviewed carriers in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, with 15 reviews and a 4.93 rating. Based out of Euless in the heart of DFW, they run dry van and reefer and have built a track record with multiple brokers over years of repeat business. One broker noted they've run over 140 loads with TX Loadrunners since 2014 at an 87% on-time average. Reviews from late 2024 are particularly strong, with brokers praising dispatcher communication and tracking compliance. One standout review noted the driver even washed the truck before loading, a small detail that tells you a lot about how this team operates.

Best for: Shippers with recurring Texas intrastate lanes who want a carrier they can come back to load after load. Strong volume track record, and one of the higher review counts in this market.

4. Newkirk Logistics Inc: Weekly Reliability You Can Build a Lane Around

"Solid carrier who we use on a weekly basis, great communication and stay on top of ETA updates throughout duration of shipment." — Verified Broker, IN

What stands out: Newkirk Logistics is a Dallas-headquartered dry van carrier with 25 trucks and a 4.93 rating across 10 reviews. The word brokers use most often is "dependable," and that shows up in the specifics: ELD-integrated tracking, proactive ETA updates, dispatchers who communicate throughout the entire trip. Multiple brokers have used them on a weekly recurring basis, which is one of the clearest signals of trustworthiness in this industry. A few reviews note occasional dispatcher inconsistency depending on who you get, so it's worth building a direct relationship with your assigned rep.

Best for: Shippers looking to establish a long-term carrier relationship on North America-wide dry van lanes originating out of Dallas. ELD integration makes tracking painless for ops-heavy brokerages.

5. DFH Transportation LLC: Five-Star Carrier Serving Manufacturers Nationwide

"Five star carrier. On time every time. Dispatchers and drivers are great to work with, very good at communicating and tracking." — Verified Broker, IN

What stands out: DFH Transportation is based in Haltom City, just north of Fort Worth, and specializes in serving manufacturers, distributors, and shippers across the continental U.S. With 14 trucks and a 4.93 rating, their reviews are consistently enthusiastic: brokers highlight Enrique on dispatch by name, cite early arrivals, and praise how the team handles delays gracefully. One broker noted the team arrived early for both pickup and delivery and made sure to confirm the facility was okay with early arrival before pulling in. That kind of communication discipline is exactly what separates good carriers from great ones.

Best for: Manufacturing shippers and brokers who need a carrier comfortable with industrial freight and appointment-driven schedules. Strong fit for lanes heading out of the DFW industrial corridor.

6. Danways Express LLC: Clutch Coverage When You Need It Fast

"This team saved us on a short notice lane and came in with a solid rate. On top of the solid rate, they ran a smooth load with no issues. Great team to work with and will continue to work with them in the future." — Verified Broker, OH

What stands out: Danways Express operates out of North Richland Hills and has quietly built a strong reputation in the DFW spot market. One broker who has worked with them since 2014 logged around 80 loads at an 87% on-time average, which is a meaningful volume for a 12-truck fleet. Dispatch is described as responsive and professional, and the team has demonstrated they can step up on short-notice freight without sacrificing service quality. The standout review here tells the whole story: short notice, solid rate, smooth execution.

Best for: Brokers who need a reliable spot market carrier in the DFW area with enough capacity to cover regular freight. Works well as a primary or backup carrier on shorter regional lanes.

7. PDP Trucking Inc: 65 Trucks, Consistent Updates, and a Dispatcher Named Mary

"They are A carriers. They notified me every update of our load without even asking, even when they thought they wouldn't be able to pickup the load, they let us know with time. Will work with them in the future." — Verified Broker, IN

What stands out: PDP Trucking is one of the larger carriers on this list at 65 trucks, based in Midlothian just southwest of Dallas. With 13 reviews and a 4.91 rating, they have the review volume to trust. Multiple brokers have run six or more loads with PDP, and the consistent theme is proactive communication: the dispatcher (multiple reviews mention her by name) sends updates before you ask, and the paperwork arrives quickly. One broker flagged a minor language barrier with a driver but credited the dispatcher for bridging it seamlessly. Even their performance through a hurricane delay drew praise for staying flexible and delivering straight through.

Best for: Shippers and brokers who need a carrier with real capacity and proven systems. Good option for multi-load relationships and lanes extending beyond Texas.

8. Alas Logistics LLC: Clean Equipment, After-Hours Communication

"Alas Logistics helped us out on a food-grade dry van shipment. John sent in clean equipment and were in communication throughout the trip. Great job by this carrier." — Verified Broker, FL

What stands out: Alas Logistics operates out of Sachse, just east of Dallas, with nine trucks and a 4.91 rating across nine reviews. The food-grade review above is significant: sending clean equipment for a food-grade shipment without being prompted is the kind of attention to detail that builds long-term shipper relationships. Brokers also specifically call out after-hours communication, which is rare and valuable for loads that run overnight or across time zones. One reviewer noted they handled a tricky load with great tracking and constant contact with the driver even outside normal business hours.

Best for: Brokers covering temperature-sensitive or food-adjacent dry van freight where trailer cleanliness matters. Also a strong pick for loads that run overnight given their after-hours communication reliability.

9. Belesa Trucking LLC: Lean Fleet, Strong First Impressions

"They are awesome carriers. Picked up the load on time, and delivered it on time. The trailer was clean, and their communication was perfect. The dispatcher Wiona was very polite." — Verified Broker, IN

What stands out: Belesa Trucking is a single-truck owner-operator out of Dallas with five reviews and a 4.89 rating. This is the minimum review threshold for inclusion, so treat the rating with appropriate calibration. What's there is good: reviews mention punctuality, clean equipment, and courteous dispatch. The review above calls out dispatcher Wiona by name, which is a strong signal for a small operation. One review noted a tracking hiccup mid-trip but praised dispatch for quickly resolving it, which tells you this team handles problems rather than going dark.

Best for: Brokers looking for an owner-operator with a proven track record for local or regional lanes out of Dallas. Given the single-truck fleet size, availability will be the primary constraint.

10. DC Transport: 150+ Loads of Proven Performance

"DC is a great carrier, always ON TIME and in good communication. Drivers are friendly. Great capacity in CA and TX." — Verified Broker, NC

What stands out: DC Transport (formally DC Transportation Services Inc.) is the largest carrier on this list at 172 trucks, with terminals in Texas, California, and Pennsylvania. One broker who has used them since 2014 has run approximately 150 loads with a 90% on-time average, and that kind of longitudinal data is hard to argue with. Reviews consistently cite friendly drivers, dispatcher accountability, and strong tracking. A standout review describes DC covering an extra stop on a live load and remaining patient throughout, which is a real test of character for any carrier. If you're moving freight between California and Texas regularly, DC Transport's bi-coastal footprint gives them a genuine coverage advantage.

Best for: Shippers with high-volume or recurring CA-TX lanes who need a carrier with real national capacity and a long track record of performance.

How I Picked These Carriers

Every carrier on this list was pulled from CarrierSource's database of verified broker and shipper reviews, then ranked using a combination of star rating and review volume. I filtered for carriers headquartered within 50 miles of Dallas with active dry van operations, a minimum of five verified reviews, and at least one active operating authority on file. That last filter matters: it keeps the list clean of carriers who have let their authority lapse or who are operating in a gray area.

After running the initial data pull, I read through every review for the top candidates. Star ratings matter, but so does what people actually wrote. A carrier with a 4.9 rating and reviews that say "load delivered, no issues" tells you less than a carrier with a 4.85 and reviews that describe how they handled a delay, covered a short-notice lane at a fair rate, or sent in clean equipment for a food-grade load without being asked. I weighted the substance of reviews alongside the numbers.

I also paid attention to volume signals. A broker who has run 80 or 150 loads with the same carrier over multiple years is telling you something no single review can: this carrier is reliable enough to keep coming back to. Where that data existed, it carried real weight in my rankings.

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