Southeastern Freight Lines vs Dayton Freight Lines
Two of the best regional LTL carriers in different territories. Southeastern covers the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Dayton Freight covers the Midwest, Central, and Southeast. Both are privately held with strong cultures.
Southeastern Freight Lines
- Pay
- $55,000 - $85,000
- Fleet
- 3,500+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Dayton Freight Lines
- Pay
- $60,000 - $90,000
- Fleet
- 2,500+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.3/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Southeastern Freight Lines
Southeastern pays $55K-$85K with profit sharing.
Dayton Freight Lines
Dayton pays $60K-$90K with above-average hourly rates.
Home Time
Southeastern Freight Lines
City home daily; regional focus.
Dayton Freight Lines
City home daily; regional linehaul.
Benefits
Southeastern Freight Lines
Profit sharing, 401(k), health, employee assistance.
Dayton Freight Lines
Health, 401(k) match, PTO, late-model trucks.
Training/Support
Southeastern Freight Lines
1 year required. Strong service culture.
Dayton Freight Lines
1 year required. Family-oriented culture.
Equipment/Technology
Southeastern Freight Lines
Well-maintained regional fleet.
Dayton Freight Lines
Known for late-model, excellent-condition trucks.
Our Verdict
Choose based on geography. If you're in the Southeast, Southeastern Freight Lines is excellent. If you're in the Midwest, Dayton Freight is one of the best regional carriers in the country. Dayton has a slight edge in pay and equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these companies overlap geographically?
Somewhat in the Southeast, but their core territories are different -- SEFL in the Southeast, Dayton in the Midwest.
Which pays more?
Dayton Freight has slightly higher base pay. Southeastern's profit sharing narrows the gap.
Are both non-union?
Yes, both are privately held, non-union regional LTL carriers.