Atlanta, GA

Chicago, IL → Atlanta, GA · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Atlanta

About 691 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,910–$5,820, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 3,398 in Atlanta.

  • 691 miroad distance
  • 12 h 37 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,910–$5,8202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 691 miles (585 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 37 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
3,398 (1,586 interstate)

Reverse: Atlanta → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Atlanta, GA covers roughly 691 miles by road, a south-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 $3,910 to $5,820 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 12 h 37 min.

On the Chicago side there are 2,923 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2,209 of them authorized for interstate work), and 3,398 around Atlanta (1,586 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 Atlanta.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Atlanta about 529,110. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 3,686), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Atlanta

Full-service estimate for 691 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,570 $1,910 $2,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,350 $2,860 $3,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,910 $4,770 $5,820
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,260 $7,640 $9,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,610 $10,500 $12,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,430

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,410

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

Full-service mover

$3,910–$5,820

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Chicago (origin)

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2559423
MC
892806
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
976560
MC
415186
Based in
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
801828
MC
357193
Based in
Oak Brook, IL 60523 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Fx

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1194542
MC
471387
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
258748
MC
162485
Based in
Chicago, IL 60646 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Liv Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2196716
MC
762386
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Celtic Cartage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1197429
MC
476351
Based in
Palos Hills, IL 60465 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 2,923 movers in Chicago

Near Atlanta (destination)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
334286
MC
1060197
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4445950
MC
1751299
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30349 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

B A H Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
467100
MC
236232
Based in
Conley, GA 30288 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233221
MC
1727004
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1041301
MC
664290
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30326 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3774
MC
168488
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
617228
MC
295835
Based in
Forest Park, GA 30297 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 3,398 movers in Atlanta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Atlanta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,330 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,490 for a one-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a two-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,320 for a three-bedroom and $8,610 to $12,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Atlanta from Chicago?

About 691 road miles (585 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 37 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 Chicago to Atlanta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,410. 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 Chicago–Atlanta corridor.