Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.
Truck TransportationOhio, United States1001-5000 Employees
Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is a private, union-free LTL freight carrier headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. In the truck transportation sector, it focuses on regional less-than-truckload service, offering 1- to 2-day delivery to thousands of destinations across a 13-state area. The company operates through 54 service centers in the Midwest and a Strategic Alliance Network that extends its reach to the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Guam. It emphasizes company-owned facilities and a professional, people-centered culture, with growth attributed to employee dedication and loyalty from customers and partners. Founded in 1981, Dayton Freight aims to deliver high-quality regional LTL transportation through trained and empowered staff and a focus on continuous improvement. In 2026 the company expanded its footprint with new facilities near St. Louis, Missouri, and in Collinsville, Illinois, signaling ongoing regional expansion.