Carbondale, IL → Macon, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Carbondale to Macon

About 544 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,540–$5,270, delivery in 2–5 days, 34 carriers on the Carbondale side and 330 in Macon.

544 miroad distance
10 h 5 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,540–$5,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Carbondale, Illinois
To: Macon, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 544 miles (461 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 5 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 34 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 330 (138 interstate)

Reverse: Macon → Carbondale

The route from Carbondale, IL to Macon, GA covers roughly 544 miles by road, a southeast-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 $3,540 to $5,270 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 10 h 5 min.

On the Carbondale side there are 34 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 of them authorized for interstate work), and 330 around Macon (138 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 Macon.

Carbondale has a population of about 22,000 and Macon about 157,556. Carbondale is considerably denser (1,435 people per square mile versus 631), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Carbondale to Macon

Full-service estimate for 544 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,420	$1,730	$2,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,130	$2,590	$3,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,670	$6,920	$8,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,800	$9,510	$11,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$860–$1,210

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,210

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

Full-service mover

$3,540–$5,270

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Carbondale (origin)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 214203
MC: 160321
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (618) 988-1621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124296
MC: 36854
Based in: Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 684-3166 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 78400
MC: 227559
Based in: Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 351-1616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burford Trucking LLC

USDOT: 709405
MC: 327994
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (618) 579-8587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273061
MC: 776313
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (618) 942-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mohammad Ali Agha

USDOT: 831830
MC: 365197
Based in: Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (618) 565-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4345279
MC: 1698307
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (618) 253-9275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330971
MC: 1061482
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (618) 751-5577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 34 movers in Carbondale

Near Macon (destination)

Diversified Carriers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 584480
MC: 283647
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (478) 923-0103 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCloud9 Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3099436
MC: 76626
Based in: Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 262-2568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ciceros' Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 980198
MC: 417787
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (478) 788-1328 Route Verify on FMCSA

K G Jr Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2895306
MC: 972874
Based in: Macon, GA 31216 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (478) 550-4828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Guys

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Good Guys Moving & Delivery LLC

USDOT: 1906318
MC: 684188
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (478) 808-4566 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&j Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1268219
MC: 554939
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (478) 808-7772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huss LLC

USDOT: 3797061
MC: 1365180
Based in: Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (478) 845-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike & Kijuan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3929166
MC: 1455725
Based in: Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (470) 257-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Macon

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Carbondale to Macon?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,420 to $2,110 for a studio, $2,130 to $3,160 for a one-bedroom, $3,540 to $5,270 for a two-bedroom, $5,670 to $8,440 for a three-bedroom and $7,800 to $11,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Macon from Carbondale?

About 544 road miles (461 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 5 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 Georgia 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 Carbondale to Macon?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $860 to $1,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,210. 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 Carbondale–Macon corridor.