Concord, NH

Chicago, IL → Concord, NH · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Concord

About 974 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,850–$7,220, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 52 in Concord.

  • 974 miroad distance
  • 17 h 30 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,850–$7,2202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 974 miles (825 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 30 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
52 (40 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Concord, NH covers roughly 974 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 $4,850 to $7,220 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 17 h 30 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 52 around Concord (40 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 Concord.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Concord about 45,000. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 688), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Concord

Full-service estimate for 974 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,940 $2,370 $2,890
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,910 $3,550 $4,330
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,850 $5,920 $7,220
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,770 $9,470 $11,560
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,680 $13,020 $15,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$4,850–$7,220

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

All 2,923 movers in Chicago

Near Concord (destination)

Gaftek INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
814881
MC
101453
Based in
Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

J&m Towing & Recovery

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3164566
MC
113598
Based in
Hopkinton, NH 03229 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Home Folk Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
972666
MC
411999
Based in
Tilton, NH 03276 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Starving Artists Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4501946
MC
1781103
Based in
Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Eze Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4275647
MC
1661198
Based in
Epsom, NH 03234 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

J Clapp Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1921436
MC
868301
Based in
Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Teq Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3743552
MC
1326122
Based in
Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Ag And Ft Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4333211
MC
1697122
Based in
Concord, NH 03301 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 52 movers in Concord

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,940 to $2,890 for a studio, $2,910 to $4,330 for a one-bedroom, $4,850 to $7,220 for a two-bedroom, $7,770 to $11,560 for a three-bedroom and $10,680 to $15,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Chicago?

About 974 road miles (825 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 30 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 New Hampshire 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 Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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–Concord corridor.