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Burlington, VT → Elgin, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Burlington to Elgin

About 916 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,640–$6,900, delivery in 2–5 days, 73 carriers on the Burlington side and 404 in Elgin.

  • 916 miroad distance
  • 16 h 30 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,640–$6,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 916 miles (777 straight-line)
Drive time
16 h 30 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
73 (39 interstate)
Movers at destination
404 (329 interstate)

Reverse: Elgin → Burlington

The route from Burlington, VT to Elgin, IL covers roughly 916 miles by road, a west-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 $4,640 to $6,900 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 16 h 30 min.

On the Burlington side there are 73 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 404 around Elgin (329 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 Elgin.

Burlington has a population of about 45,000 and Elgin about 115,476. Burlington is considerably denser (4,343 people per square mile versus 3,021), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Burlington to Elgin

Full-service estimate for 916 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,850 $2,260 $2,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,780 $3,390 $4,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,640 $5,650 $6,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,420 $9,040 $11,030
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,200 $12,440 $15,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,390–$1,960

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

Portable container

$1,840–$2,700

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

Full-service mover

$4,640–$6,900

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Burlington, VT → Elgin, IL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Burlington (origin)

Winds Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2529848
MC
879056
Based in
Milton, VT 05468 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 61 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (802) 373-1156 Route Verify on FMCSA

Action Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
434207
MC
190629
Based in
Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (802) 893-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fireball Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2939394
MC
997036
Based in
Colchester, VT 05446 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (802) 864-0700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carpenter'S Motor Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
86326
MC
105506
Based in
Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (802) 862-9669 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray'S Seafood Market INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
344283
MC
537847
Based in
Burlington, VT 05401 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (802) 658-7928 Route Verify on FMCSA

US Transforce LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2586862
MC
907740
Based in
Williston, VT 05495 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (802) 829-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&s Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1665580
MC
670173
Based in
Richmond, VT 05477 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (802) 279-0606 Route Verify on FMCSA

Booska World Wide Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Booska Movers INC

USDOT
786533
MC
437707
Based in
South Burlington, VT 05403 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (802) 864-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 73 movers in Burlington

Near Elgin (destination)

Boy O Boy High Gloss

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4369508
MC
1711156
Based in
Elgin, IL 60120 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12,037 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (331) 210-2039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pava Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2209504
MC
766662
Based in
Bartlett, IL 60103 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
300 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (773) 312-7560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1538326
MC
572473
Based in
Carol Stream, IL 60185 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Father & Son Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2003220
MC
707027
Based in
East Dundee, IL 60118 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
260 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (720) 641-9939 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universe Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2124287
MC
740221
Based in
Huntley, IL 60142 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
210 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (773) 577-5795 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Fleet Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3982601
MC
1491592
Based in
Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
210 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (224) 998-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2019189
MC
890687
Based in
Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
167 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

Ue Line INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2790763
MC
930850
Based in
Elgin, IL 60123 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
165 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (773) 657-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 404 movers in Elgin

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Burlington to Elgin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,900 for a two-bedroom, $7,420 to $11,030 for a three-bedroom and $10,200 to $15,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elgin from Burlington?

About 916 road miles (777 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 30 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 Vermont 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 Burlington to Elgin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. 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 Burlington–Elgin corridor.