Estes Express Lines
Richmond, VA · USDOT 121018 · MC-97275 · Website
- USDOT
- 121018
- Docket
- MC-97275
- Headquarters
- Richmond, VA
- Segment
- LTL
- Power units
- 9,805
- Safety rating
- Satisfactory
- Dry van
- LTL
- Flatbed
- LTL
- Time critical
- Volume & truckload
- Final mile
Snapshot from the FMCSA motor carrier census, pulled 2026-10-11. Ratings and authority status change — verify before you tender. Check the live SAFER record ↗
Frequently asked questions
What is the USDOT number for Estes? +
Estes Express Lines operates under USDOT number 121018. Its operating authority docket is MC-97275. That number identifies the carrier in the FMCSA register and on every rate confirmation, BOL and insurance certificate it issues — use it to verify authority and safety history before you tender a load.
How do I track a Estes shipment? +
Enter your Estes PRO number, BOL or load reference on TruckScanner to see pickup and delivery milestones, current location and revised ETA — no Estes login required and no carrier portal to chase.
How big is the Estes fleet? +
Estes Express Lines reports 9,805 power units and 8,821 drivers on its most recent MCS-150 filing with the FMCSA, operating from Richmond, VA. Fleet size is a useful proxy for how much capacity a carrier can commit on a given lane.
What equipment does Estes run? +
Estes Express Lines hauls with dry van, ltl, flatbed. Match your load's equipment requirement against a carrier's fleet before requesting a rate — an equipment mismatch is the most common reason a tender gets rejected.
What is the Estes safety rating? +
The FMCSA lists Estes Express Lines with a satisfactory safety rating. Ratings come from compliance reviews and can change — check the carrier's current SAFER snapshot before booking high-value or hazmat freight.