Regional Truck Driver - Dallas TX
Werner EnterprisesDallas, TX$55,000 - $80,000
Posted 1 day ago
Regional Truck Driver Jobs
Multi-state routes within a defined region. A balance between OTR mileage and local home time, typically within 500-1,000 miles of home.
Average Pay
$55,000 - $80,000
Home Time
Weekly
Experience Required
6+ months CDL-A
What to Expect as a Regional Driver
Regional trucking splits the difference between OTR and local driving. You run multi-state routes within a defined geography -- the Southeast, Midwest, Northeast, or West Coast -- and get home weekly or every other week. It is a popular choice for drivers who want decent miles without being gone for weeks at a time.
Routes cover 500 to 1,500 miles per run, with drivers making deliveries across several states in their region. Freight types vary widely: dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, and dedicated accounts all have regional lanes. Carriers like Schneider, J.B. Hunt, and Heartland Express run large regional fleets.
Weekly home time is the biggest draw. Most regional positions guarantee at least 34 hours off per week at your home terminal. Some carriers offer premium regional accounts that get drivers home every weekend, though these are competitive and often go to senior drivers first.
Regional driving offers strong earning potential -- often matching OTR pay because the shorter routes are denser with freight. Stop pay, detention pay, and layover pay are common extras. If you enjoy driving but want a real weekend, regional positions deserve serious consideration.
Key Highlights
- Home weekly or every other week
- 500-1,500 mile runs within your region
- Pay often matches OTR earnings
- Multiple stop and detention pay extras
Open Regional Positions
View Details
Regional Truck Driver - Atlanta GA
Schneider NationalAtlanta, GA$55,000 - $80,000
Posted 2 days ago
Regional Truck Driver - Chicago IL
J.B. Hunt Transport ServicesChicago, IL$55,000 - $80,000
Posted 3 days ago
Regional Truck Driver - Nashville TN
Knight-Swift TransportationNashville, TN$55,000 - $80,000
Posted 4 days ago
Regional Truck Driver - Phoenix AZ
Heartland ExpressPhoenix, AZ$55,000 - $80,000
Posted 5 days ago
Frequently Asked Questions About Regional Driving
How far from home do regional drivers travel?
Regional routes typically stay within 500 to 1,500 miles of the home terminal, covering multiple states within a defined geography (e.g., Southeast, Midwest, Northeast). Some premium regional positions have a tighter 500-mile radius.
Can new CDL drivers get regional positions?
Some carriers offer regional positions to drivers with as little as six months of CDL-A experience, though many prefer at least one year. New graduates often start OTR and transition to regional after building experience and seniority. Carriers like Schneider and Heartland Express have entry-level regional programs.
Is regional driving better than OTR?
It depends on your priorities. Regional offers more predictable home time (usually weekly) with slightly less mileage than OTR. Pay is often comparable because regional lanes are freight-dense. Drivers who want a balance between miles and home time generally prefer regional over OTR.