Carson City, NV → Joliet, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Carson City to Joliet

About 1,962 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,920–$10,300, delivery in 5–10 days, 32 carriers on the Carson City side and 694 in Joliet.

1,962 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,920–$10,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Carson City, Nevada
To: Joliet, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,962 miles (1,663 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 694 (561 interstate)

Reverse: Joliet → Carson City

The route from Carson City, NV to Joliet, IL covers roughly 1,962 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,920 to $10,300 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 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Carson City side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 694 around Joliet (561 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 Joliet.

Carson City has a population of about 59,000 and Joliet about 152,241. Joliet is the denser city (2,331 people per square mile versus 406 in Carson City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Illinois does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Carson City to Joliet

Full-service estimate for 1,962 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,770	$3,380	$4,120
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,150	$5,060	$6,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,920	$8,440	$10,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,080	$13,510	$16,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,230	$18,570	$22,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,770–$3,900

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

Portable container

$2,770–$4,080

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

Full-service mover

$6,920–$10,300

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Carson City (origin)

Gentle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Relocations INC

USDOT: 4164289
MC: 1600731
Based in: Carson City, NV 89705 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (559) 547-5704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Contractors & Empire Waste Systems

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Empire Contractors INC

USDOT: 1707107
Based in: Incline Village, NV 89451 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (775) 831-2246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty'S Appliance

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3099902
Based in: Minden, NV 89423 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (775) 782-5099 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&t Consulting Agency LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4512928
MC: 1786930
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (909) 720-9588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minutemen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3802718
MC: 1369347
Based in: Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 541-8305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vogts Logistics And Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3948186
MC: 1468493
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 297-9473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Out Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4176145
MC: 1607125
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (775) 315-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Car Sales & Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4563432
MC: 1814154
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (321) 303-5705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Carson City

Near Joliet (destination)

Forsage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2588231
MC: 907486
Based in: Channahon, IL 60410 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 600 trucks, 600 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (630) 423-5001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Em Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3073738
MC: 62685
Based in: Lemont, IL 60439 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (708) 669-0406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Legacy Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1744355
MC: 772181
Based in: Joliet, IL 60435 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (708) 897-0580 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1585417
MC: 586954
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 630-5362 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prima Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1313194
MC: 527982
Based in: Joliet, IL 60432 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 165 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (815) 372-9190 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2555496
MC: 890930
Based in: Plainfield, IL 60544 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (815) 306-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2578534
MC: 902373
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (708) 377-9699 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zmile INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3342792
MC: 1067250
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (630) 339-2721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 694 movers in Joliet

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Carson City to Joliet?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,120 for a studio, $4,150 to $6,180 for a one-bedroom, $6,920 to $10,300 for a two-bedroom, $11,080 to $16,480 for a three-bedroom and $15,230 to $22,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Joliet from Carson City?

About 1,962 road miles (1,663 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 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 Nevada 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 Carson City to Joliet?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,770 to $3,900 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,770 to $4,080. 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 Carson City–Joliet corridor.