Washington, DC

Aurora, IL → Washington, DC · Long-distance move

Movers from Aurora to Washington

About 738 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,510–$6,710, delivery in 2–5 days, 824 carriers on the Aurora side and 1,904 in Washington.

  • 738 miroad distance
  • 13 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,510–$6,7102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 738 miles (625 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
824 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,904 (1,206 interstate)

Reverse: Washington → Aurora

Washington sits about 738 miles east of Aurora, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to District of Columbia that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,510 to $6,710 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 13 h 25 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 1,904 around Washington (1,206 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 Washington.

Aurora has a population of about 181,505 and Washington about 693,645. Washington is the denser city (11,286 people per square mile versus 4,012 in Aurora), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. District of Columbia 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 Washington

Full-service estimate for 738 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,800 $2,200 $2,680
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,710 $3,300 $4,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,510 $5,500 $6,710
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,210 $8,800 $10,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,920 $12,100 $14,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,470

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

Full-service mover

$4,510–$6,710

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

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 Washington (destination)

Evo Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
436004
MC
239770
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Eagle Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
388638
MC
208997
Based in
Temple Hills, MD 20748 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 59 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3308320
MC
1053236
Based in
Beltsville, MD 20705 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2442344
MC
44829
Based in
Vienna, VA 22182 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

John W Ritter Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
6903
MC
1664339
Based in
Capital Heights, MD 20743 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Geva Transportationgeva Logisticsgeva Freight Forwarding S

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2845842
MC
954130
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Mike Dancy

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4231672
MC
1637268
Based in
Clinton, MD 20735 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3268506
MC
1031430
Based in
Hyattsville, MD 20785 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,680 for a studio, $2,710 to $4,030 for a one-bedroom, $4,510 to $6,710 for a two-bedroom, $7,210 to $10,730 for a three-bedroom and $9,920 to $14,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Washington from Aurora?

About 738 road miles (625 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 25 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 District of Columbia 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 Washington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,470. 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–Washington corridor.