J.B. Hunt Transport Services vs Old Dominion Freight Line
Two of the best-paying carriers compared: J.B. Hunt's truckload/intermodal vs Old Dominion's LTL. Different types of driving with different lifestyles. Both are premium employers.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- Pay
- $55,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)
- 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
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
J.B. Hunt pays $55K-$95K with intermodal and DCS at the top.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Old Dominion pays $65K-$100K+ with profit sharing adding $5K-$10K+.
Home Time
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Intermodal often home daily; DCS weekly. OTR is longer.
Old Dominion Freight Line
City drivers home daily; linehaul on weekly schedules.
Benefits
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Day-one benefits, 401(k), PTO, driver development.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase, comprehensive health.
Training/Support
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Prefers 6 months experience; some divisions accept graduates.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Requires 1 year CDL-A. More selective hiring.
Equipment/Technology
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
360 platform is industry-leading; modern fleet.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Modern fleet across 250+ service centers.
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.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- Founded
- 1961
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)
- Drivers
- 15,000+
- Divisions
- OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal, Local
- Experience wanted
- 6 months CDL-A (some divisions accept recent graduates)
- Strongest states
- Arkansas, Texas and California
J.B. Hunt is one of the largest and most diversified transportation companies in North America. They pioneered intermodal freight and operate dedicated, final-mile, and truckload divisions. Based in Lowell, AR, J.B. Hunt is known for innovation and strong compensation.
Only J.B. Hunt Transport Services is strong in: Arkansas and California — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by J.B. Hunt Transport Services and not by Old Dominion Freight Line
- • Comprehensive health benefits from day one
- • 401(k) with company match
- • Paid time off
- • Driver development programs
- • Late-model equipment
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 J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- • 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
Old Dominion offers higher total compensation and more consistent home time (especially city routes). J.B. Hunt is more accessible (lower experience requirement) and offers more diverse divisions. If you qualify for both, Old Dominion's profit sharing makes it hard to beat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better long-term?
Old Dominion's profit sharing and stock purchase build significant wealth over a career. J.B. Hunt is also excellent but doesn't match ODFL's total comp.
Can I do LTL at J.B. Hunt?
No. J.B. Hunt is truckload, intermodal, and dedicated. Old Dominion is LTL.
Which requires less experience?
J.B. Hunt (6 months for some divisions) vs Old Dominion (1 year minimum).
Learn More About These Companies
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Lowell, AR · 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)