Albany, NY

Aurora, IL → Albany, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Aurora to Albany

About 877 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,900–$7,290, delivery in 2–5 days, 824 carriers on the Aurora side and 243 in Albany.

  • 877 miroad distance
  • 15 h 49 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,900–$7,2902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 877 miles (743 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 49 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
824 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination
243 (100 interstate)

Reverse: Albany → Aurora

The route from Aurora, IL to Albany, NY covers roughly 877 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $4,900 to $7,290 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 49 min.

On the Aurora side there are 824 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (675 of them authorized for interstate work), and 243 around Albany (100 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Albany.

Aurora has a population of about 181,505 and Albany about 101,698. The two cities have comparable density (4,012 and 4,637 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New York is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Aurora to Albany

Full-service estimate for 877 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,960 $2,390 $2,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,940 $3,590 $4,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,900 $5,980 $7,290
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,840 $9,560 $11,670
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,780 $13,150 $16,040

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,200–$1,700

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,800–$2,650

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$4,900–$7,290

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

Moving cost calculator

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Aurora (origin)

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1538326
MC
572473
Based in
Carol Stream, IL 60185 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Dream Big Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782248
MC
1354397
Based in
Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 246 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

USA Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1892938
MC
681276
Based in
Woodridge, IL 60517 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All Freight Transinc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2842894
MC
952478
Based in
Montgomery, IL 60538 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
195 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Road Titans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3620076
MC
1236236
Based in
Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1585417
MC
586954
Based in
Romeoville, IL 60446 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2555496
MC
890930
Based in
Plainfield, IL 60544 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Muzom Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2456325
MC
848295
Based in
Aurora, IL 60504 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
149 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 824 movers in Aurora

Near Albany (destination)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3598438
MC
1221364
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4434582
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
31675
MC
47624
Based in
Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
24402
MC
2221
Based in
Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1122518
MC
456426
Based in
Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3780759
MC
1353314
Based in
Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate
USDOT
502910
MC
257893
Based in
Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
134890
MC
141611
Based in
Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 243 movers in Albany

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Aurora to Albany?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,960 to $2,920 for a studio, $2,940 to $4,370 for a one-bedroom, $4,900 to $7,290 for a two-bedroom, $7,840 to $11,670 for a three-bedroom and $10,780 to $16,040 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Albany from Aurora?

About 877 road miles (743 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 49 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Illinois into New York makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Aurora to Albany?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,200 to $1,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,800 to $2,650. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Aurora–Albany corridor.