Richmond, KY
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Richmond.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Southeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.32 |
| Reefer | $2.76 |
| Flatbed | $2.87 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-95I-64I-295 (bypass)I-195US-1US-60
Top Industries
Finance and insurance
Government
Tobacco and food processing
Logistics
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon RIC1 and RIC2
Walmart DC
McKesson pharmaceutical distribution
Top Shippers
A
Altria Group (Philip Morris)D
Dominion EnergyC
CarMax (HQ)A
AmazonNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-95
Truck Stops
Pilot Travel Center (I-95 Exit 89)
Love's #587 (I-95 Exit 84)
TA Travel Center (I-64 Exit 200)
Challenges
- I-95 through Richmond is heavily congested, especially at the I-64 interchange.
- I-95 construction projects create ongoing delays.
- Summer heat and humidity affect operations.
Opportunities
- Rapidly growing population drives sustained freight demand
- Automotive manufacturing belt creates steady parts and finished vehicle freight
- Port of Savannah and Port of Charleston generate strong import volumes
- Year-round operations without severe winter weather interruptions
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Florida produce season (October-May) drives strong northbound reefer demand. Hurricane season (June-November) creates both risks and emergency freight surges. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Year-round construction keeps flatbed demand steady.
Trucking in Richmond — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Richmond: Dry Van $2.32, Reefer $2.76, Flatbed $2.87. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Richmond is rated "fair." Popular stops include Pilot Travel Center (I-95 Exit 89), Love's #587 (I-95 Exit 84), TA Travel Center (I-64 Exit 200). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Richmond freight market include Altria Group (Philip Morris), Dominion Energy, CarMax (HQ), Amazon. Key industries driving freight demand are finance and insurance, government, tobacco and food processing.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Richmond include: I-95 through Richmond is heavily congested, especially at the I-64 interchange.; I-95 construction projects create ongoing delays.; Summer heat and humidity affect operations.. However, opportunities include rapidly growing population drives sustained freight demand.