Trucking in Alabama

A working truck driver's guide to Alabama: legal truck routes, weight and size rules, weigh stations, seasonal restrictions, and the freight hubs that generate the most miles.

Major interstates and truck routes

The primary corridors through Alabama are I-10, I-20, I-59, and I-65.

Weight, size, and permits

Standard 80,000 lb GVW; overweight permitted for forest products. Federal 13'6" clearance and 102" width apply on interstates.

Weather and seasonal restrictions

Rare winter closures on I-59 in the northeast mountains. Check 511 in season.

Weigh stations and enforcement

Bypass programs (PrePass, Drivewyze) cover most primary scales but not all.

Freight hubs and shipper concentration

Birmingham, Mobile, and Huntsville. Port of Mobile handles containers and bulk; Huntsville is aerospace-heavy.

Frequently asked

What is the standard truck weight limit in Alabama?

Federal 80,000 lb gross on interstates unless permitted higher.

Are there truck-only tolls in Alabama?

No statewide truck tolls.

Where can I find legal overnight truck parking?

Truck stops on the interstates fill by 6-7 pm. Plan two hours ahead of your HOS clock.