Aurora, IL

Chicago, IL → Aurora, IL · Local move

Movers from Chicago to Aurora

About 37 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,250–$1,860, delivery in 0–1 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 824 in Aurora.

  • 37 miroad distance
  • 1 h 9 mindriving time
  • 0–1 daysdelivery window
  • $1,250–$1,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 37 miles (32 straight-line)
Drive time
1 h 9 min
Delivery window
0–1 days
Move type
In-state (Illinois)
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
824 (675 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → Chicago

Moving from Chicago to Aurora is a local move of roughly 37 road miles, heading west within Illinois.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 1 h 9 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,250 and $1,860, before packing or storage.

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 824 around Aurora (675 interstate). For an in-state 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 181,505. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 4,012), 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 37 miles, by home size
Home sizeCrewHoursLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2 movers3–5 h $670 $810 $990
1 Bedroom 2 movers4–6 h $780 $950 $1,160
2 Bedrooms 3 movers5–8 h $1,250 $1,520 $1,860
3 Bedrooms 4 movers7–10 h $1,930 $2,350 $2,860
4+ Bedrooms 5 movers9–13 h $2,870 $3,500 $4,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$190–$260

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

Portable container

$1,050–$1,550

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

Full-service mover

$1,250–$1,860

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

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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

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Near Aurora (destination)

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1538326
MC
572473
Based in
Carol Stream, IL 60185 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Dream Big Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782248
MC
1354397
Based in
Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
260 trucks, 246 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

USA Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1892938
MC
681276
Based in
Woodridge, IL 60517 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
208 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All Freight Transinc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2842894
MC
952478
Based in
Montgomery, IL 60538 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
195 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Road Titans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3620076
MC
1236236
Based in
Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1585417
MC
586954
Based in
Romeoville, IL 60446 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2555496
MC
890930
Based in
Plainfield, IL 60544 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Muzom Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2456325
MC
848295
Based in
Aurora, IL 60504 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
149 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 824 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 $670 to $990 for a studio, $780 to $1,160 for a one-bedroom, $1,250 to $1,860 for a two-bedroom, $1,930 to $2,860 for a three-bedroom and $2,870 to $4,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from Chicago?

About 37 road miles (32 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 9 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Chicago and Aurora are in Illinois, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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 $190 to $260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,050 to $1,550. 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.