Home Weekly Trucking Jobs
Home weekly trucking jobs offer a middle ground between local and OTR driving. You typically run regional routes within 500-800 miles of your home terminal Monday through Friday, returning home on weekends. This schedule appeals to drivers who want higher miles and pay than local work but still want consistent family time.
Schedule Details
Typical Schedule
Out 5-6 days, home every weekend
Average Pay Range
$55,000 - $78,000
Job Types with Home Weekly Schedule
These trucking positions commonly offer home weekly home time.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Home every weekend (34-hour reset at home)
- Higher pay than home daily positions
- Good balance of miles and home time
- Access to better freight and lanes
- Less physical work than most local jobs
Cons
- Away from home 5 nights per week
- Weekend home time can be cut short by dispatch needs
- Less pay than OTR or extended regional
- Some positions have unpredictable Friday arrival times
- May require occasional Saturday work during peak seasons
Best For
Drivers who want solid earnings without sacrificing every weekend. Ideal for those with school-age children or partners who work traditional Monday-Friday schedules.
Top Companies for Home Weekly Jobs
Best States for Home Weekly Jobs
These states have the highest concentration of home weekly trucking positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do home weekly truck drivers make?
Home weekly CDL drivers earn $55,000-$78,000 annually. LTL linehaul drivers at top carriers (Old Dominion, FedEx Freight) can earn $75,000+ with home weekly schedules. Specialized freight (tanker, flatbed) also pays at the higher end.
Is home weekly really every weekend?
At reputable carriers, yes. Your 34-hour reset should consistently be at home. However, some carriers define 'home weekly' loosely. Ask specific questions during interviews: What percentage of weekends will I actually be home? What is the latest I will arrive on Friday?
What is the difference between home weekly and regional?
Regional describes the geographic area (typically 500-1,000 miles from base). Home weekly describes the schedule. Most regional positions are home weekly, but some are home every other week. Always confirm the actual home time schedule, not just the territory description.