Trucking and freight in Kentucky
Kentucky’s central location places a large share of the US population within a day’s drive. Louisville is a major air-cargo and distribution hub, and the state is a leader in automotive assembly and bourbon production.
Key industries we support in Kentucky
- Automotive
- Distribution and air cargo
- Bourbon and beverages
- Manufacturing
- Coal and energy
Trucking services in Kentucky
Full Truckload
A whole trailer dedicated to your freight, moving directly from pickup to delivery with no terminal transfers.
Refrigerated Transportation
Temperature-controlled trucking for food, beverages and other products that must stay within a set range.
Expedited Freight
Urgent, exclusive-use trucking for time-critical freight that cannot wait.
Dedicated Trucking
Trucks and drivers assigned to your lanes and schedule, without the commitment of a full contract fleet.
Heavy Equipment Transportation
Safe hauling for excavators, dozers, loaders, cranes, tractors and other heavy machinery.
Intermodal Drayage
Trucking between rail ramps and your facilities — the first and last mile of every intermodal move.
Heavy haul and oversize loads in Kentucky
Over-dimensional and overweight loads travelling in Kentucky need a permit from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), and loads that cross state lines need a permit from each state on the route. We plan the route, secure permits and arrange escorts where required. Heavy haul trucking.
Operating conditions to plan for
Mountain routes in eastern Kentucky and winter ice require careful planning.
Cities we serve in Kentucky
Trucking in Kentucky: FAQs
Does Gelle Transport serve Kentucky?
Yes. We provide full truckload, LTL, refrigerated, expedited, dedicated, heavy haul and intermodal services for shippers in Kentucky, dispatched from Kansas City and supported by vetted partner carriers.
How long does a truckload take from Kansas City to Kentucky?
To Frankfort it is roughly 630 road miles — about 2 days solo, or about 1 day with team drivers.
Who issues oversize permits in Kentucky?
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC).
Which interstates serve Kentucky?
Major routes include I-64, I-65, I-71, I-75, I-24.
How do I get a quote?
Use our quote form, call +1 (816) 482-2607 or WhatsApp us.