Chicago, IL → Brockton, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Brockton

About 1,009 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,230–$7,770, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 288 in Brockton.

1,009 miroad distance
18 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,230–$7,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Brockton, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 1,009 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 288 (179 interstate)

Reverse: Brockton → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Brockton, MA covers roughly 1,009 miles by road, a east-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 $5,230 to $7,770 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 18 h 6 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 288 around Brockton (179 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 Brockton.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Brockton about 106,134. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 4,960), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Massachusetts is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Brockton

Full-service estimate for 1,009 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,090	$2,550	$3,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,140	$3,820	$4,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,230	$6,370	$7,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,360	$10,200	$12,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,500	$14,020	$17,100

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$5,230–$7,770

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 Brockton (destination)

Redline Freight Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redline Freight Systems Corp

USDOT: 1293749
MC: 548616
Based in: Taunton, MA 02780 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 61 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (781) 815-1028 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abex Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1773017
MC: 647143
Based in: Readville, MA 02136 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (781) 848-7111 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Home Delivery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prime Home Delivery INC

USDOT: 2811653
MC: 937286
Based in: South Easton, MA 02375 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (860) 815-0728 Route Verify on FMCSA

G K Services & Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2342899
MC: 883303
Based in: Stoughton, MA 02072 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (781) 803-0679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bridgewater Farm Supply Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 31259
MC: 229107
Based in: Bridgewater, MA 02324 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (508) 697-0357 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ambassador LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979090
MC: 13309
Based in: Sharon, MA 02067 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (617) 418-0735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Removal Pro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2931829
MC: 1557840
Based in: Raynham, MA 02767 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (617) 504-2455 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 288 movers in Brockton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,660 for a one-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,770 for a two-bedroom, $8,360 to $12,440 for a three-bedroom and $11,500 to $17,100 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Brockton from Chicago?

About 1,009 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 6 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 Massachusetts 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 Brockton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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–Brockton corridor.