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Chicago, IL → Conroe, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Conroe

About 1,069 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,870–$7,240, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 407 in Conroe.

  • 1,069 miroad distance
  • 19 h 8 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,870–$7,2402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,069 miles (906 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 8 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
407 (172 interstate)

Reverse: Conroe → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Conroe, TX covers roughly 1,069 miles by road, a southwest-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 $4,870 to $7,240 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 8 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 407 around Conroe (172 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 Conroe.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Conroe about 119,564. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 1,249), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Conroe

Full-service estimate for 1,069 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,950 $2,370 $2,900
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,920 $3,560 $4,340
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,870 $5,930 $7,240
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,790 $9,490 $11,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,700 $13,050 $15,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,550–$2,190

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

$4,870–$7,240

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Chicago, IL → Conroe, TX. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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
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 Conroe (destination)

Unitedws INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3431464
MC
1111903
Based in
Spring, TX 77389 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
93 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (407) 725-0662 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dcs-Amez INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4098135
MC
1562717
Based in
The Woodlands, TX 77380 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (281) 509-5497 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jumpstar Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jumpstar Enterprises LLC

USDOT
2592796
MC
909658
Based in
Magnolia, TX 77354 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (281) 377-4119 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gmv Motors LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
9382874
Based in
Conroe, TX 77384 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (832) 774-3011 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & C Materials LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3965293
MC
1582712
Based in
Conroe, TX 77385 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (346) 328-2929 Route Verify on FMCSA

Endgame Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3297938
MC
1045508
Based in
Willis, TX 77318 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (936) 443-5263 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diamond Logistics & Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3895698
MC
1495977
Based in
Conroe, TX 77302 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (601) 955-1141 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighting'S Finest Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1960 Movers INC

USDOT
2569610
MC
56316
Based in
Spring, TX 77389 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (281) 353-1960 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 407 movers in Conroe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,950 to $2,900 for a studio, $2,920 to $4,340 for a one-bedroom, $4,870 to $7,240 for a two-bedroom, $7,790 to $11,580 for a three-bedroom and $10,700 to $15,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Conroe from Chicago?

About 1,069 road miles (906 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 8 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 Texas 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 Conroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,550 to $2,190 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–Conroe corridor.