FedEx Freight vs Old Dominion Freight Line
The top two LTL employers compared. FedEx Freight is backed by FedEx with pension and tuition reimbursement. Old Dominion is the industry leader with profit sharing and stock purchase.
FedEx Freight
- Pay
- $60,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 15,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Pay
- $65,000 - $100,000+
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.5/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight pays $60K-$95K with structured hourly rates.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion pays $65K-$100K+ with profit sharing adding $5K-$10K+ annually.
Home Time
FedEx Freight
City drivers home daily; road drivers on predictable scheduled runs.
Old Dominion Freight Line
City drivers home daily; linehaul on scheduled weekly routes.
Benefits
FedEx Freight
FedEx offers pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and full corporate benefits.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion provides profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase, and health benefits.
Training/Support
FedEx Freight
FedEx requires 1 year experience; ongoing FedEx training available.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion requires 1 year; strong internal culture and development.
Equipment/Technology
FedEx Freight
FedEx operates a large, standardized fleet.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion runs modern equipment across 250+ terminals.
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.
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
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
Our Verdict
The premier LTL matchup. Old Dominion wins on annual compensation (profit sharing). FedEx Freight wins on retirement planning (pension). Both are exceptional. Decision often comes down to terminal proximity and pension vs profit sharing preference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pension vs profit sharing?
Pension provides guaranteed retirement income. Profit sharing gives larger annual cash. For younger drivers, pension may be worth more long-term.
Which has lower turnover?
Old Dominion has some of the lowest in the industry. FedEx is also low but slightly higher.
Can I get hired at both?
Both require 1 year CDL-A. ODFL tends to be more selective due to fewer openings.