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Dothan, AL

Aurora, IL → Dothan, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Aurora to Dothan

About 879 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,210–$6,270, delivery in 2–5 days, 824 carriers on the Aurora side and 112 in Dothan.

  • 879 miroad distance
  • 15 h 51 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,210–$6,2702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 879 miles (745 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 51 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
824 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination
112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Aurora

Moving from Aurora to Dothan is a long-distance move of roughly 879 road miles, heading south from Illinois to Alabama.

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 $4,210 to $6,270 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 51 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 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Aurora has a population of about 181,505 and Dothan about 72,000. Aurora is considerably denser (4,012 people per square mile versus 791), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Aurora to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 879 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,690 $2,060 $2,510
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,530 $3,080 $3,760
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,210 $5,140 $6,270
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,740 $8,220 $10,030
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,270 $11,310 $13,790

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

$4,210–$6,270

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

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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
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

All 824 movers in Aurora

Near Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
148986
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
256677
MC
115366
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
1985
Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2897746
MC
974169
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
457381
MC
246135
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1357693
MC
507202
Based in
Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (334) 673-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119395
MC
458318
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1119412
MC
458326
Based in
Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2785148
MC
928069
Based in
Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (917) 379-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Dothan

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,690 to $2,510 for a studio, $2,530 to $3,760 for a one-bedroom, $4,210 to $6,270 for a two-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,030 for a three-bedroom and $9,270 to $13,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Aurora?

About 879 road miles (745 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 51 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 Alabama 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 Dothan?

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–Dothan corridor.