Bullhead City, AZ → Bloomington, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Bullhead City to Bloomington

About 1,698 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,390–$9,510, delivery in 5–10 days, 10 carriers on the Bullhead City side and 31 in Bloomington.

1,698 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,390–$9,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bullhead City, Arizona
To: Bloomington, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,698 miles (1,439 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 10 (8 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Bullhead City

Bloomington sits about 1,698 miles northeast of Bullhead City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Illinois that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,390 to $9,510 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Bullhead City side there are 10 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (8 of them authorized for interstate work), and 31 around Bloomington (20 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 Bloomington.

Bullhead City has a population of about 42,000 and Bloomington about 79,000. Bloomington is the denser city (2,902 people per square mile versus 696 in Bullhead City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Bullhead City to Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 1,698 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,560	$3,120	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,840	$4,680	$5,710
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,390	$7,790	$9,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,230	$12,470	$15,220
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,060	$17,150	$20,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,340–$3,310

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

Portable container

$2,540–$3,730

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

Full-service mover

$6,390–$9,510

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bullhead City (origin)

Laughlin Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 391422
MC: 227037
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 16 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (702) 298-2535 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aquarius Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357187
MC: 1074413
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 788-8464 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gary K

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gary Charles Koktavy

USDOT: 2966793
MC: 7899
Based in: Laughlin, NV 89029 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (702) 604-8291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scm Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: So Cal Moving INC

USDOT: 671253
MC: 252719
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (951) 265-8806 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wise Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1628928
MC: 600936
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (928) 605-3384 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icon Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1211448
MC: 582980
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (480) 560-8996 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clean Air Auto Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2797793
MC: 934167
Based in: Bullhead City, AZ 86442 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (951) 760-1970 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adam Cohen Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2201147
MC: 763813
Based in: Fort Mohave, AZ 86426 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (661) 476-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Bloomington (destination)

Nu-Way

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nu-Way Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 568636
MC: 277852
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61705 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 308 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (309) 820-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nussbaum Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 71317
MC: 120436
Based in: Hudson, IL 61748 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 621 trucks, 563 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 322-7305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tank Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3734464
MC: 1319530
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (309) 684-0834 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trina'S Arms Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3939567
MC: 1462680
Based in: Normal, IL 61761 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (224) 562-9842 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahrens Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4114418
MC: 1572249
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (309) 532-5004 Route Verify on FMCSA

My Buddys Movin Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4307515
MC: 1693776
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (309) 530-1377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freelance Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freelance Mover LLC

USDOT: 4435303
MC: 1745747
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (972) 799-3027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Qualific Affiliates LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4167687
MC: 1602436
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (630) 605-1393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Bloomington

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bullhead City to Bloomington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,560 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,840 to $5,710 for a one-bedroom, $6,390 to $9,510 for a two-bedroom, $10,230 to $15,220 for a three-bedroom and $14,060 to $20,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Bullhead City?

About 1,698 road miles (1,439 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arizona into Illinois 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 Bullhead City to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,340 to $3,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,540 to $3,730. 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 Bullhead City–Bloomington corridor.