Old Dominion Freight Line vs XPO
Old Dominion is the gold standard in LTL. XPO is a major competitor with a large terminal network and pension plan. Both offer home-daily city positions and competitive LTL pay.
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Pay
- $65,000 - $100,000+
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.5/5
XPO
- Pay
- $60,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 13,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 3.7/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion pays $65K-$100K+ with profit sharing adding $5K-$10K+.
XPO
XPO pays $60K-$95K with hourly and mileage options.
Home Time
Old Dominion Freight Line
City drivers home daily; linehaul weekly with predictable schedules.
XPO
City drivers home daily; road drivers on scheduled runs.
Benefits
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion offers profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase, and health coverage.
XPO
XPO provides pension, 401(k), medical/dental/vision, and PTO.
Training/Support
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion requires 1 year with strong internal development.
XPO
XPO requires 1 year with dock-to-driver and advancement programs.
Equipment/Technology
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion's fleet is well-maintained across 250+ service centers.
XPO
XPO has invested heavily in fleet modernization.
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, Virginia and Texas — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Old Dominion Freight Line and not by XPO
- • Industry-leading LTL compensation
- • Profit sharing and 401(k)
- • Full health, dental, and vision
- • Company stock purchase plan
- • Home daily for city drivers
XPO
- Founded
- 1989
- Fleet
- 13,000+ tractors
- Drivers
- 12,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, LTL
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A
- Strongest states
- Connecticut, Ohio and California
XPO is one of the largest LTL (less-than-truckload) carriers in North America following its separation from GXO Logistics. The company has a vast terminal network and offers drivers local and regional routes with consistent home time.
Only XPO is strong in: Connecticut, Ohio and California — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by XPO and not by Old Dominion Freight Line
- • Competitive LTL pay with hourly and mileage options
- • Medical, dental, and vision
- • Pension plan and 401(k)
- • Paid time off
- • Home daily for most positions
Our Verdict
Old Dominion is the gold standard. If you can get hired there, take it. XPO is an excellent alternative with competitive pay and a pension. Both are significantly better than average trucking employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ODFL really the best LTL employer?
By most metrics, yes. Lowest turnover, highest service ratings, best profit sharing.
Does XPO have a pension?
Yes, alongside 401(k). Rare in trucking and a significant long-term benefit.
Which has more openings?
XPO, because ODFL's low turnover means fewer positions become available.