Aurora, IL → Champaign, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from Aurora to Champaign

About 134 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,170–$3,220, delivery in 1–2 days, 824 carriers on the Aurora side and 70 in Champaign.

134 miroad distance
3 h 1 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,170–$3,2202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Aurora, Illinois
To: Champaign, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 134 miles (114 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 1 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Illinois)
Movers at origin: 824 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination: 70 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Champaign → Aurora

The route from Aurora, IL to Champaign, IL covers roughly 134 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 1 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,170 and $3,220, before packing or storage.

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 70 around Champaign (50 interstate). For an in-state 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 Champaign.

Aurora has a population of about 181,505 and Champaign about 90,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,012 and 3,835 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Aurora to Champaign

Full-service estimate for 134 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,580	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,300	$1,580	$1,930
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,170	$2,640	$3,220
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,460	$4,220	$5,150
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,760	$5,810	$7,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$2,170–$3,220

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

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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

Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (630) 566-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (312) 730-4751 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (877) 650-2279 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (773) 692-2004 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (815) 630-5362 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (815) 306-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (407) 574-4800 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Champaign (destination)

O N V Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4118861
MC: 1574876
Based in: Champaign, IL 61820 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (630) 202-4269 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wishall Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lmj Transportation INC

USDOT: 1293918
MC: 502796
Based in: Tolono, IL 61880 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (217) 485-5148 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Central Illinois

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Shunk Corporation

USDOT: 1896266
Based in: Champaign, IL 61820 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (217) 552-4560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Drew Corporation

USDOT: 2970005
MC: 10822
Based in: Champaign, IL 61820 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (217) 398-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wilken Farms LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616055
MC: 628044
Based in: Rantoul, IL 61866 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (217) 202-8410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirtworks Trucking & Excavating Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3000673
MC: 23903
Based in: Rantoul, IL 61866 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (217) 377-4005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Federal O'Byrne Moving & Storage Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 669065
MC: 311471
Based in: Champaign, IL 61820 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: David T Miller

USDOT: 546804
MC: 1514994
Based in: Champaign, IL 61822 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (217) 352-0476 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 70 movers in Champaign

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Champaign with daylight to spare.
Check Illinois intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

Near Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,300 to $1,930 for a one-bedroom, $2,170 to $3,220 for a two-bedroom, $3,460 to $5,150 for a three-bedroom and $4,760 to $7,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Champaign from Aurora?

About 134 road miles (114 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 1 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Aurora and Champaign are in Illinois, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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–Champaign corridor.