Old Dominion Freight Line vs FedEx Freight
Old Dominion and FedEx Freight are two of the top LTL carriers. Old Dominion consistently wins industry awards for service quality and driver pay. FedEx Freight offers the backing of one of the world's largest corporations with a pension plan.
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Pay
- $65,000 - $100,000+
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.5/5
FedEx Freight
- Pay
- $60,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion pays $65K-$100K+ with industry-leading profit sharing adding $5K-$10K+ annually.
FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight pays $60K-$95K with structured hourly rates and the FedEx corporate pay scale.
Home Time
Old Dominion Freight Line
City drivers home daily; linehaul drivers typically home weekly.
FedEx Freight
City drivers home daily; road drivers have predictable scheduled home time.
Benefits
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion offers profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase, and comprehensive health coverage.
FedEx Freight
FedEx offers pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and the full FedEx corporate benefits package.
Training/Support
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion requires 1 year experience but offers strong internal development.
FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight requires 1 year experience and provides ongoing safety and skills training.
Equipment/Technology
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion's fleet is well-maintained across 250+ service centers.
FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight operates one of the largest LTL fleets with consistent equipment standards.
Where they actually differ
The scores above are our reading. This part is just the two carriers' profiles side by side — divisions, what they ask of a new hire, where they run, and which benefits only one of them lists.
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Founded
- 1934
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Drivers
- 11,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, LTL
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A
- Strongest states
- North Carolina, Virginia and Texas
Old Dominion is consistently rated as the top LTL carrier in the industry for service quality. The company has over 250 service centers nationwide and is known for excellent driver compensation and a strong safety record.
Only Old Dominion Freight Line is strong in: North Carolina and Virginia — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Old Dominion Freight Line and not by FedEx Freight
- • Industry-leading LTL compensation
- • Profit sharing and 401(k)
- • Full health, dental, and vision
- • Company stock purchase plan
- • Home daily for city drivers
FedEx Freight
- Founded
- 2001
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Drivers
- 14,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, LTL
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A
- Strongest states
- Tennessee, Texas and California
FedEx Freight is the LTL division of FedEx Corporation and one of the largest LTL carriers in North America. The company offers local and regional driving positions with the backing of one of the world's most recognized brands.
Only FedEx Freight is strong in: Tennessee and California — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by FedEx Freight and not by Old Dominion Freight Line
- • FedEx corporate benefits package
- • Health, dental, and vision insurance
- • Pension plan and 401(k)
- • Tuition reimbursement
- • Home daily for most routes
Our Verdict
Old Dominion has a slight edge in total compensation thanks to profit sharing. FedEx Freight offers a pension plan and tuition reimbursement. Both are top-tier LTL employers. The decision often comes down to terminal location and whether you value pension or profit sharing more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Old Dominion or FedEx Freight pay more?
Old Dominion generally pays more when you factor in profit sharing, which can add $5,000-$10,000+ annually.
Does FedEx Freight still have a pension?
Yes, FedEx Freight offers a pension plan through FedEx corporate, which is increasingly rare in trucking.
Which LTL carrier is harder to get hired at?
Old Dominion tends to be slightly more selective with lower turnover, meaning fewer openings.