# J.B. Hunt 360

> Digital Freight Marketplace · Lowell, AR · Founded 1961

**Canonical URL:** https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/jb-hunt-360/
**Markdown source:** https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/jb-hunt-360/index.md
**Last updated:** 2026-04-27

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## Key facts

- Founded 1961 · headquartered in Lowell, AR
- Publicly traded — NASDAQ: JBHT
- ~1,000,000 trucks accessible carriers in network
- FMCSA broker authority: **ACTIVE** (MC-135797)
- #2 on Transport Topics Top 100 (2024)
- Gross revenue: $8B per Transport Topics 2024
- Primary freight modes: Dry Van, Intermodal

## About

J.B. Hunt 360 is the digital freight marketplace and brokerage arm of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, the publicly traded transportation giant headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas. Launched in 2017, J.B. Hunt 360 connects shippers with approximately one million trucks across North America through a technology-first platform, while also providing access to J.B. Hunt's own intermodal fleet — the largest in North America at 119,000+ company-owned containers. Combined, the brokerage and intermodal businesses rank J.B. Hunt 360 as the second-largest freight brokerage in North America by Transport Topics.

The J.B. Hunt 360 platform (Shipper 360 for shippers, Carrier 360 for carriers) provides real-time quoting, three-minute shipment booking, in-transit visibility with dynamic alerts, and machine learning-driven rate optimization. The platform integrates with Project44 for multimodal visibility and connects via EDI/API to major TMS platforms. The J.B. Hunt 360box service offers drop-trailer capacity for shippers needing flexible load/unload windows without driver wait time.

For shippers, J.B. Hunt 360 offers an uncommon combination of digital freight marketplace scale and deep intermodal expertise — all from a publicly traded carrier-broker. Shippers who need both brokerage spot capacity and intermodal alternatives on the same lanes will find significant value in being able to compare both modes through a single platform and account team. Cross-border Mexico and Canada service are supported through dedicated bilingual operations teams.

## Load types

| Mode | Status |
|---|---|
| Dry Van TL | ● Primary |
| Refrigerated | ✓ Active |
| LTL | ✓ Active |
| Intermodal | ● Primary |
| Flatbed | ✓ Active |
| Air / Expedited | Limited |
| Bulk / Tank | Not offered |
| Parcel | Not offered |

Source: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages, 2024

## FMCSA & Licensing

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MC Number | MC-135797 |
| USDOT Number | USDOT 80806 |
| Broker Authority | ● ACTIVE |
| Surety Bond | $75,000 BMC-84 · On File |

Verify status: https://li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov

## Coverage

All 48 contiguous states · Mexico (dedicated bilingual border teams) · Canada (20+ years cross-border rail and truckload)

**Strongest lanes:**

- Transcon intermodal (Chicago → LA)
- Southeast US truckload corridors
- Midwest → Pacific Northwest
- US → Mexico cross-border (Laredo, El Paso gateways)
- US → Canada rail and truckload
- Texas Triangle dry van

## Pros & Cons

**What shippers like:**

- Access to ~1 million trucks through the 360 marketplace — one of the broadest capacity networks available
- North America's largest intermodal fleet (119,000+ containers) accessible through the same platform
- Real-time quoting and 3-minute shipment booking — among the fastest digital brokerage experiences
- J.B. Hunt 360box drop-trailer service reduces shipper detention costs on high-volume lanes
- Strong cross-border Mexico and Canada capabilities with dedicated bilingual operations teams

**Common complaints:**

- Carrier-broker hybrid model: J.B. Hunt may route freight to its own assets first, limiting carrier competition on some lanes
- Platform complexity — Shipper 360, Carrier 360, and intermodal products can require onboarding time
- Net brokerage margin not separately disclosed — difficult to benchmark against pure-play brokers
- Air freight not available; limited parcel options
- Home delivery and final-mile reviews (as a carrier) skew the broker's public review average downward

## FAQ

### Is J.B. Hunt 360 licensed and bonded as a freight broker?

Per FMCSA public records, J.B. Hunt Transport Services holds active broker authority (MC-135797 / USDOT 80806) with a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file. J.B. Hunt also holds common and contract carrier authority under separate registrations. Always confirm current status at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov before tendering a load.

### What types of freight does J.B. Hunt 360 move?

Per Transport Topics' Top 100 report, J.B. Hunt 360 primarily brokers dry van TL and intermodal freight. Refrigerated, LTL, and flatbed are active. Intermodal is a core specialty given J.B. Hunt's 119,000+ company-owned containers — the largest intermodal fleet in North America.

### How does J.B. Hunt 360 pricing compare to other freight brokers?

J.B. Hunt 360 uses machine learning to provide real-time market rates. On spot truckload, pricing is competitive with other large digital brokers. On intermodal lanes (500+ miles), J.B. Hunt's captive fleet often delivers 10–25% savings versus truckload. Use ShipperGuide to compare both intermodal and truckload rates across 50+ brokers and carriers instantly, for free.

## Best for

Mid-to-large shippers needing FTL dry van or intermodal on transcon and major domestic lanes, with cross-border Mexico or Canada needs — especially those who want to compare truckload and intermodal options from a single platform.

## Compare alternatives

- [C.H. Robinson Worldwide](https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/ch-robinson-worldwide/) — 85,000+ carriers · Dry Van, Reefer, LTL, Intermodal · All 50 states · Mexico · Canada · 120+ c…
- [Total Quality Logistics (TQL)](https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/total-quality-logistics/) — 110,000+ carriers · Dry Van, Reefer, LTL, Intermodal · All 48 contiguous states · Canada · Mexi…
- [Hub Group](https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/hub-group/) — 4,000+ carriers · Dry Van, Reefer, LTL, Intermodal · All 48 contiguous states · Canada (50+ y…
- [Uber Freight](https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/uber-freight/) — 95,000+ FTL carriers; 150+ LTL carriers carriers · Dry Van, Reefer, LTL, Intermodal · All 48 contiguous states; no confirmed c…
- [Loadsmart / ShipperGuide](https://instant-rates.com/freight-brokers/loadsmart-shipperguide/) — Dry Van, Reefer, LTL, Intermodal · All 48 contiguous states · Mexico · Inte…

## Sources

- Revenue and ranking: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages (annual list)
- FMCSA licensing: li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov — broker authority status verified at publication where possible
- Reviews: G2, Trustpilot, Google Business — shipper reviews only
- Listing assembled from public records. Brokers can claim/update via directory@shipperguide.com
