ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Very High Demand
Regional Truck Driver Jobs in Ohio
Browse regional trucking positions across Ohio with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$54,000 - $78,000
Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Regional Trucking in Ohio
Regional trucking from Ohio covers the industrial heartland, with routes spanning from the Great Lakes to the Plains states. The Midwest's central position means regional drivers here often get home weekly while earning competitive miles. Regional driver demand in Ohio is very high, with most positions offering weekly home time and steady freight.
Top Companies Hiring Regional Drivers in OH
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Central Transport
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL
Dayton Freight Lines
$60,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, LTL
Estes Express Lines
$58,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, LTL
Forward Air
$60,000 - $90,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Expedited, Owner-Operator
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Ohio
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$70,500 - $99,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$46,000 - $64,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Regional Jobs in Ohio
Columbus
Ohio
Cleveland
Ohio
Cincinnati
Ohio
Dayton
Ohio
Akron
Ohio
Key Freight Routes in Ohio
1
I-71 (Columbus to Cleveland and Cincinnati)
2
I-75 (Toledo to Dayton to Cincinnati)
3
I-80/Ohio Turnpike (northern OH east-west)
Requirements for Regional Driving in OH
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months CDL-A experience (some carriers accept recent graduates)
- Clean MVR with no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years
- DOT physical card
- Willingness to travel multi-state routes within assigned region
- Pre-employment drug screen and background check
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Regional Trucking Jobs in Ohio — FAQs
How much do regional truck drivers make in Ohio?
Regional truck drivers in Ohio earn $54,000 - $78,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Ohio's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
How often do regional drivers in Ohio get home?
Most regional driving positions based in Ohio offer weekly home time, with many carriers guaranteeing at least 34 hours off each week. Some premium regional accounts get drivers home every weekend. The frequency depends on the carrier, account, and your home terminal location relative to the regional freight lanes.
Are trucking companies in Ohio hiring regional drivers in 2026?
Yes — regional driver demand in Ohio is very high heading into 2026. Ohio is one of the top hiring markets for regional drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in OH.