Dickinson, ND
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Dickinson.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Midwest
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.46 |
| Reefer | $2.82 |
| Flatbed | $3.04 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-94US-10US-85 (nearby)ND-22ND-8
Top Industries
Oil field services
Agriculture
Lignite coal mining
Wind energy
Manufacturing
Major Distribution Centers
McLane distribution route stop
Sysco Northern Plains satellite
Farmers Union Oil Company hub
Top Shippers
K
Killdeer Mountain ManufacturingB
Baker Boy Bake ShopC
CHI St. Alexius HealthS
Stark County grain elevatorsNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-94
Truck Stops
Cenex Travel Center (I-94 Exit 61)
Pilot Travel Center (I-94 Exit 59)
Kum & Go (US-10)
Challenges
- Extreme isolation with 100+ miles between major services on I-94 east to Bismarck.
- Brutal winter weather with sustained minus 30 degree cold and multi-day blizzards.
- Open prairie winds regularly exceed 50-70 mph making high-profile loads hazardous.
- Spring weight restrictions on rural roads limit agricultural hauling capacity.
Opportunities
- Central location provides access to loads heading in every direction
- Massive intermodal and rail hub infrastructure in Chicago area
- Strong agricultural freight during harvest season
- Lower cost of living and operating costs improve net margins
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Harvest season (August-November) generates enormous grain and produce volume. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Winter weather (November-March) causes delays but also rate spikes. Spring flooding can disrupt river-adjacent routes.
Trucking in Dickinson — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Dickinson: Dry Van $2.46, Reefer $2.82, Flatbed $3.04. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Dickinson is rated "fair." Popular stops include Cenex Travel Center (I-94 Exit 61), Pilot Travel Center (I-94 Exit 59), Kum & Go (US-10). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Dickinson freight market include Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing, Baker Boy Bake Shop, CHI St. Alexius Health, Stark County grain elevators. Key industries driving freight demand are oil field services, agriculture, lignite coal mining.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Dickinson include: Extreme isolation with 100+ miles between major services on I-94 east to Bismarck.; Brutal winter weather with sustained minus 30 degree cold and multi-day blizzards.; Open prairie winds regularly exceed 50-70 mph making high-profile loads hazardous.. However, opportunities include central location provides access to loads heading in every direction.