Chicago, IL → Bridgeport, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Bridgeport

About 885 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,710–$7,000, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 447 in Bridgeport.

885 miroad distance
15 h 58 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,710–$7,0002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Bridgeport, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 885 miles (750 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 58 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 447 (230 interstate)

Reverse: Bridgeport → Chicago

Moving from Chicago to Bridgeport is a long-distance move of roughly 885 road miles, heading east from Illinois to Connecticut.

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 $4,710 to $7,000 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 15 h 58 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 447 around Bridgeport (230 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 Bridgeport.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Bridgeport about 152,273. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 9,233), 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 Bridgeport

Full-service estimate for 885 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,880	$2,300	$2,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,820	$3,440	$4,200
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,710	$5,740	$7,000
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,530	$9,180	$11,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,350	$12,630	$15,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,210–$1,710

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

Portable container

$1,810–$2,660

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

Full-service mover

$4,710–$7,000

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

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Near Bridgeport (destination)

Werner Final Mile

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: New England Home Delivery Service LLC

USDOT: 1452227
MC: 575560
Based in: Monroe, CT 06468 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 820-3955 Route Verify on FMCSA

Meyer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: William B Meyerinc

USDOT: 17847
MC: 108194
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 99 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 383-6286 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccc Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3438792
MC: 1116274
Based in: Bridgeport, CT 06604 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 839-3389 Route Verify on FMCSA

John Degrand & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 272172
MC: 15100
Based in: West Haven, CT 06516 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (203) 933-7725 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Connecticut LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 721238
MC: 331210
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (203) 388-0094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derosier Storage Company The

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 23809
MC: 73502
Based in: Stratford, CT 06615 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 378-0461 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amd Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4280598
MC: 1663909
Based in: Ansonia, CT 06401 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 892-9937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mpas Moving Connecticut LLC

USDOT: 3086533
MC: 23808
Based in: Norwalk, CT 06854 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (203) 831-9300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 447 movers in Bridgeport

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,880 to $2,800 for a studio, $2,820 to $4,200 for a one-bedroom, $4,710 to $7,000 for a two-bedroom, $7,530 to $11,200 for a three-bedroom and $10,350 to $15,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bridgeport from Chicago?

About 885 road miles (750 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 58 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 Connecticut 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 Bridgeport?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,210 to $1,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,810 to $2,660. 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–Bridgeport corridor.