Trucking Companies

Payroll services for Trucking Companies

Managing a trucking business means coordinating routes, drivers, and schedules—on the road and across state lines.

SurePayroll can help you calculate, file, and pay payroll taxes automatically, support W-2 employees, 1099 contractors, or owner-operators, and send timely reminders—all through our mobile-friendly solution.
SurePayroll can help take the complexity out of payroll with an easy-to-use, full-service platform that handles W-2s, 1099s, tax filings, and direct deposits automatically.

No stress. No spreadsheets. Just payroll on easy mode— built for organizations doing meaningful work.

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Road-tested payroll for your drivers and dispatchers

Automatic tax calculation, filing, and payment

We can help handle federal and state payroll tax calculations.

Payroll reminders and mobile access

Run payroll from your phone or tablet between loads—or before dispatch.

W-2 employee and 1099 driver/worker support

Pay your staff and contractors in one system.

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Easy, fast payroll—for those who'd rather manage routes than spreadsheets

Truckers don’t punch clocks. They track miles, per-diem, and hours..wherever the job takes them. Between state-by-state rules, owner-operator setups, and 24/7 schedules, payroll can be a deadline you’re always chasing.

Here’s what trucking teams are up against:

Irregular hours and pay structures

Drivers may earn per mile, per diem, and hourly wages in a single week.

Staff on the road 24/7

If payroll isn’t mobile-friendly, you may risk missing deadlines.

Worker classification confusion

Independent contractors and W-2 staff often work side-by-side—setting each up correctly is critical.

Limited payroll expertise

Most small fleets don’t have dedicated finance teams—dispatchers and office staff handle payroll with limited tools.

Our Solution

SurePayroll is built for miles and staff, supporting mobile payroll runs and different worker types.

You can pay crews fast, automate taxes, and issue documents—even by the time you’re at the next stop.

Click. Run. Done.

Here’s what you get with SurePayroll

Payroll should be stress-free. So we make sure it is.

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Real stories from real SurePayroll customers

“SurePayroll serves the small business owner so well! They come in a solid price point and have great customer service. They have worked with my specific business needs and I don't have to worry about the headache of payroll anymore.”

Gabe

SurePayroll Customer

“I made the right choice. Employee enrollment is a breeze. Payroll processing is a breeze. The employees have access to the portal, they can access their own financial documents and print it without having to reach out to the company.”

Tasha

SurePayroll Customer

25+ years

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

Make payroll easy for as little as $1 per day

Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.

Create your account in 30 seconds

You can get started right now! Just answer a few quick questions to get the ball rolling.

Set up your business (we can help!)

Add your company, employee, bank, and tax information. (Need help? We’ve got your back. And onboarding support is always free.)

Run payroll for free on alternate months

During your first 12 months with SurePayroll, every alternating month will be free. And since there’s no commitment, you can cancel anytime.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best software for a trucking company?

SurePayroll can help companies handle per-mile, per-diem, and mixed crew types—plus it supports W-2 and 1099 payments from dispatch to delivery.

How do most trucking companies pay their drivers?

Many trucking businesses pay their drivers by a mix of methods—per-mile, hourly, and per-diem.

Can SurePayroll help pay mileage and per diem for drivers?

Yes. SurePayroll can support models that include mileage and per-diem allowances.

How do I handle payroll for owner-operators and employees?

You can manage W-2 employees, and 1099 contractors, and owner-operator pay from one dashboard.

Can I run payroll from the road?

Absolutely. SurePayroll is built for mobile—with full payroll, filing, and reporting available from our app.

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Payroll services for Trucking Companies

Road-tested payroll for your drivers and dispatchers

Automatic tax calculation, filing, and payment

Payroll reminders and mobile access

W-2 employee and 1099 driver/worker support

Easy, fast payroll—for those who'd rather manage routes than spreadsheets

Irregular hours and pay structures

Staff on the road 24/7

Worker classification confusion

Limited payroll expertise

Here’s what you get with SurePayroll

Unlimited, fast payroll runs

Free direct deposit & automatic payroll scheduling

Reports and paystubs online 24/7

Payroll taxes filed and deposited—automatically

“SurePayroll serves the small business owner so well! They come in a solid price point and have great customer service. They have worked with my specific business needs and I don't have to worry about the headache of payroll anymore.”

“I made the right choice. Employee enrollment is a breeze. Payroll processing is a breeze. The employees have access to the portal, they can access their own financial documents and print it without having to reach out to the company.”

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

Make payroll easy for as little as $1 per day

Create your account in 30 seconds

Set up your business (we can help!)

Run payroll for free on alternate months

Frequently asked questions

What is the best software for a trucking company?

How do most trucking companies pay their drivers?

Can SurePayroll help pay mileage and per diem for drivers?

How do I handle payroll for owner-operators and employees?

Can I run payroll from the road?

Related resources

Should Small Business Owners Run Their Own Payroll? How to Decide

W-2 vs 1099 for Small Business Owners: How to Classify, Pay, and File With Confidence

State Reciprocity: When Where You Live Isn’t Where You Work

Get easy, fast payroll for your fleet

Payroll services for Trucking Companies

Road-tested payroll for your drivers and dispatchers

Automatic tax calculation, filing, and payment

Payroll reminders and mobile access

W-2 employee and 1099 driver/worker support

Easy, fast payroll—for those who'd rather manage routes than spreadsheets

Irregular hours and pay structures

Staff on the road 24/7

Worker classification confusion

Limited payroll expertise

Here’s what you get with SurePayroll

Unlimited, fast payroll runs

Free direct deposit & automatic payroll scheduling

Reports and paystubs online 24/7

Payroll taxes filed and deposited—automatically

“SurePayroll serves the small business owner so well! They come in a solid price point and have great customer service. They have worked with my specific business needs and I don't have to worry about the headache of payroll anymore.”

“I made the right choice. Employee enrollment is a breeze. Payroll processing is a breeze. The employees have access to the portal, they can access their own financial documents and print it without having to reach out to the company.”

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

Make payroll easy for as little as $1 per day

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Create your account in 30 seconds

Set up your business (we can help!)

Run payroll for free on alternate months

Frequently asked questions

What is the best software for a trucking company?

How do most trucking companies pay their drivers?

Can SurePayroll help pay mileage and per diem for drivers?

How do I handle payroll for owner-operators and employees?

Can I run payroll from the road?

Related resources

Should Small Business Owners Run Their Own Payroll? How to Decide

W-2 vs 1099 for Small Business Owners: How to Classify, Pay, and File With Confidence

State Reciprocity: When Where You Live Isn’t Where You Work

Get easy, fast payroll for your fleet