Chicago, IL → Aurora, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Aurora

About 1,064 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,090–$7,580, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 1,183 in Aurora.

1,064 miroad distance
19 h 3 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,090–$7,5802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Aurora, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 1,064 miles (902 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 3 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,183 (464 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Aurora, CO covers roughly 1,064 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 $5,090 to $7,580 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 3 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 1,183 around Aurora (464 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 Aurora.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Aurora about 410,053. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,413), 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 Aurora

Full-service estimate for 1,064 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,040	$2,480	$3,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,060	$3,730	$4,550
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,090	$6,210	$7,580
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,150	$9,940	$12,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,200	$13,660	$16,670

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,540–$2,180

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

Portable container

$1,970–$2,900

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

Full-service mover

$5,090–$7,580

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 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

Call (847) 881-0432 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (708) 398-6237 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hub Group Dedicated LLC

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

Call (630) 271-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

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

Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (708) 401-7441 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (708) 974-1405 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,923 movers in Chicago

Near Aurora (destination)

American Furniture Warehouse Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 137781
MC: 1106522
Based in: Englewood, CO 80112 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 401 trucks, 590 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 579-3668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 466144
MC: 273706
Based in: Denver, CO 80239 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3291029
MC: 1042161
Based in: Lone Tree, CO 80124 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (720) 965-4245 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delivered On LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3191370
MC: 137078
Based in: Parker, CO 80138 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (303) 601-4173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lg Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1629468
MC: 712228
Based in: Commerce City, CO 80022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (303) 296-2338 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buehler Companies Alliance Relocation & Student Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Buehler Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 1353870
MC: 519829
Based in: Aurora, CO 80011 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (303) 388-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,183 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,040 to $3,030 for a studio, $3,060 to $4,550 for a one-bedroom, $5,090 to $7,580 for a two-bedroom, $8,150 to $12,120 for a three-bedroom and $11,200 to $16,670 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Chicago?

About 1,064 road miles (902 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 3 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,540 to $2,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,970 to $2,900. 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–Aurora corridor.