Central Transport
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL
Moderate Demand
Regional Truck Driver Jobs in Pennsylvania
Browse regional trucking positions across Pennsylvania with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$63,000 - $92,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Regional Trucking in Pennsylvania
Regional drivers based in Pennsylvania run multi-state routes throughout the Northeast corridor, typically covering the area from Virginia to Maine. Dense freight markets mean shorter runs with more stops and premium per-mile rates. Regional driver demand in Pennsylvania is moderate, with most positions offering weekly home time and steady freight.
Top Companies Hiring Regional Drivers in PA
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Penske Logistics
$58,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, Dedicated
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Pennsylvania
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,000 - $84,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$52,500 - $74,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,000 - $63,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Regional Jobs in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Allentown
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Scranton
Pennsylvania
Key Freight Routes in Pennsylvania
1
PA Turnpike/I-76 (Philadelphia to Pittsburgh)
2
I-81 (Scranton to Harrisburg corridor)
3
I-78 (Lehigh Valley to NJ)
Requirements for Regional Driving in PA
- 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 Pennsylvania — FAQs
How much do regional truck drivers make in Pennsylvania?
Regional truck drivers in Pennsylvania earn $63,000 - $92,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Pennsylvania run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. 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 Pennsylvania get home?
Most regional driving positions based in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania hiring regional drivers in 2026?
Yes — regional driver demand in Pennsylvania is moderate heading into 2026. The regional segment in Pennsylvania is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in PA.