This list ranks the top-rated flatbed carriers based on over 70,000 authentic and verified broker...
This list ranks the top-rated Kentucky carriers based on over 70,000 authentic and verified broker and shipper reviews from CarrierSource. In an industry that hinges on relationships, achieving this ranking is an incredible testament to the hard work of the listed carriers.
According to brokers and shippers, the winning over-the-road carriers provide a high-level of service and excel in areas like communication, timeliness, quality of equipment, and more.
This list was pulled at midnight on December 15, 2024. To be included, a carrier needed to have:
- Headquarters in Kentucky
- At least 5 verified reviews from a broker or shipper submitted on CarrierSource
- At least 1 verified review from a broker or shipper submitted on CarrierSource in 2024
- An overall star rating of 4.75 out of 5, or higher
Top-Rated Kentucky Carriers
1. Lions LLC
"This team has run numerous expedited loads for us and have yet to let us down. The drivers are always on time and make sure to answer the phone when an update is needed. On this load the driver hit both sides with time to spare and turned in the paperwork once the load was complete. No issues." - Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 
4.97 out of 5 (9 reviews)
DOT Number: 2162045
Headquarters: Florence, KY
Fleet Size: 12
Equipment Type: Dry Van, Box Truck, Sprinter Van, Tanker
Authority Maintained Since: 10/09/2012
2. Watkins Express Freight Inc
"Watkins Express Freight has been a great partner for us on dry van loads. The driver is always on time for pickup and delivery. Carrier communicates well. Tracking is always utilized. They are a reliable carrier, which is why we continue to work with them." - Verified Broker from Florida
Star Rating: 4.95 out of 5 (5 reviews)
DOT Number: 804991
Headquarters: Hopkinsville, KY
Fleet Size: 62
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 10/01/2002
3. T & F Express LLC
"Carrier is doing some dedicated freight for us. They are where they say they will be, when they say they will be there!" - Carey B., Verified Broker
Star Rating: 4.94 out of 5 (7 reviews)
DOT Number: 2993834
Headquarters: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 20
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 03/14/2018
4. DTS LLC
"Tracking was great throughout. Driver made each appt on time and called ahead as required. He and the dispatcher did a great job with communication. Both guys were very friendly and so easy to work with." - Verified Broker from Indiana
Star Rating: 4.94 out of 5 (8 reviews)
DOT Number: 2546588
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 19
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 08/29/2017
5. Noble Logistics
"Long Mile Warriors! Drivers are on time for their pick up and delivery appointments, regardless of miles. Would highly recommend. Their entire team is dedicated to providing great Customer Service." - Verified Broker from Oregon
Star Rating: 4.93 out of 5 (5 reviews)
DOT Number: 2564044
Headquarters: Lancaster, KY
Fleet Size: 28
Equipment Type: Power Only, Dry Van, Hot Shot, Reefer
Authority Maintained Since: 11/09/2017
6. NS Express LLC
"I've had a working relationship with NS Express for quite awhile now and they always exceed expectations. Their communication is top-notch and they always do a great job delivering on time. I look forward to working with them on loads in the future." - Dylan H., Verified Broker
Star Rating: 4.92 out of 5 (10 reviews)
DOT Number: 2394678
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 35
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 10/14/2020
7. GTS
"This team has run numerous loads for us and they are always doing a great job and making sure everything is made on time. On this load, dispatch made sure to provide the driver info right after booking and got the driver on tracking. The driver did fall off tracking for a short while, but they were quick to get this corrected. Great team to work with!" - Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 4.91 out of 5 (9 reviews)
DOT Number: 2267119
Headquarters: Rockfield, KY
Fleet Size: 50
Equipment Type: Dry Van, Power Only
Authority Maintained Since: 11/19/2012
8. Mercer Transportation
"Big company that is easy to deal with after building relationship with a dispatch team. They send automated updates to your email that are spot on. They take care of your loads and do not leave you hanging!" - Verified Shipper from Alabama
Star Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (12 reviews)
DOT Number: 154712
Headquarters: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 1,939
Equipment Type: Flatbed, Dry Van, Oversized
Authority Maintained Since: 11/19/1990
9. Arman Transport LLC
"From tracking to on-time delivery to friendly dispatch and drivers, this team has it all and offers the best service. They never have issues and the customers love working with this team!" - Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 4.89 out of 5 (6 reviews)
DOT Number: 1282568
Headquarters: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 39
Equipment Type: Flatbed, Dry Van, Reefer, Sprinter Van, Power Only, Box Truck
Authority Maintained Since: 10/20/2004
10. Carnes Trucking Co Inc
"met time windows with plenty of room. shipper remarked on the cleanliness of the van as well which is nice when shipping fab. great job by this carrier" - Rob S., Verified Broker
Star Rating: 4.89 out of 5 (11 reviews)
DOT Number: 278668
Headquarters: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 54
Equipment Type: Container, Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed
Authority Maintained Since: 10/10/1990
11. M.R. Trans LLC
"On our recent shipment with Mr Trans, I was impressed by how well they communicated. They provided regular tracking updates, which made it easy to coordinate on my end." - Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 4.89 out of 5 (14 reviews)
DOT Number: 1349293
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 64
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 08/05/2019
12. Farm Boy Inc
"Carrier does a great job! On time pick/drop, great communication. Dispatch is on top of it and will provide accurate updates when needed. Would highly recommend!" - Verified Broker from Oregon
Star Rating: 4.85 out of 5 (6 reviews)
DOT Number: 1023351
Headquarters: Flemingsburg, KY
Fleet Size: 14
Equipment Type: Reefer
Authority Maintained Since: 08/01/2006
13. Walden Transfer LLC
"Walden Transfer is great. They ran a dry van load with us. They responded to our check calls. Communication was there every step of the trip. Driver accepted electronic tracking and was on time." - Verified Broker from Florida
Star Rating: 4.82 out of 5 (5 reviews)
DOT Number: 2857674
Headquarters: Florence, KY
Fleet Size: 5
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 11/13/2019
14. Downey Trucking Inc
"Casey, the owner, is very friendly and so easy to work with. Pick up and delivery were both on time. Stayed in communication with us. Turned in all paperwork timely. Van very clean." - Rachelle R., Verified Broker
Star Rating: 4.82 out of 5 (9 reviews)
DOT Number: 569750
Headquarters: Auburn, KY
Fleet Size: 19
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 05/19/2004
15. Amer Trans Inc
"Amer Trans has been a great freight partner for us on dry van loads. Always courteous with our shippers, good communication and driver tracking. On time at the shipper. On time at delivery. They operate with a high level of professionalism. Our experience with this carrier has been a positive one." - Verified Broker from Florida
Star Rating: 4.79 out of 5 (10 reviews)
DOT Number: 2031994
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 27
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 05/28/2010
16. Rogers Trucking Inc
"Picked up and delivered on time. Asked for updates and the dispatch responded quickly. Tracked via Macropoint, no issues. Ran very smoothly." - Verified Broker from Kentucky
Star Rating: 4.79 out of 5 (13 reviews)
DOT Number: 105239
Headquarters: Columbia, KY
Fleet Size: 72
Equipment Type: Flatbed, Dry Van, Tanker
Authority Maintained Since: 07/18/1991
17. Fida LLC
"Fida LLC has been a great freight partner for us on dry van loads. Always courteous with our shippers, good communication and driver tracking. On time at the shipper and receiver. We always have a great experience with them." - Verified Broker from Florida
Star Rating: 4.78 out of 5 (7 reviews)
DOT Number: 2450999
Headquarters: Louisville, KY
Fleet Size: 34
Equipment Type: Box Truck, Dry Van, Reefer
Authority Maintained Since: 12/11/2013
18. Bluegrass Dedicated LLC
"Overall experience with this carrier was good, Driver was very punctual to both pick up and delivery appointments. John and Kat had solid and professional communication providing updates about the load when needed. Consistently tracked throughout the entire haul." - Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 4.78 out of 5 (6 reviews)
DOT Number: 2159714
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 98
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 06/08/2015
19. BHF Express LLC
"dispatch was friendly, load was delivered as expected, great experience, thank you." - Verified Broker from Illinois
Star Rating: 4.78 out of 5 (6 reviews)
DOT Number: 2469063
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 68
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 02/21/2014
20. BIH Express Inc
"Excellence should be their middle name. On time pickup. on time delivery. Great communication and tracking throughout the carry. Professional driver for a professional company. Very Friendly indeed. Would use them again and again!" - Robert C., Verified Broker from Ohio
Star Rating: 4.76 out of 5 (12 reviews)
DOT Number: 1141826
Headquarters: Bowling Green, KY
Fleet Size: 110
Equipment Type: Dry Van
Authority Maintained Since: 06/16/2005
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This list ranks the top-rated carriers headquartered in Kentucky based on authentic reviews from brokers and shippers.
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