Chicago, IL → Everett, WA · Cross-country move

Movers from Chicago to Everett

About 2,036 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,380–$10,980, delivery in 5–10 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 232 in Everett.

2,036 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,380–$10,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Everett, Washington
Road distance: ≈ 2,036 miles (1,725 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 232 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Everett → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Everett, WA covers roughly 2,036 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,380 to $10,980 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 35 hours (4 driving days).

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 232 around Everett (77 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 Everett.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Everett about 113,567. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 3,332), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Washington is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Washington levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Everett

Full-service estimate for 2,036 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,950	$3,600	$4,390
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,430	$5,400	$6,590
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,380	$9,000	$10,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,810	$14,400	$17,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,240	$19,800	$24,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,840–$4,010

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

Portable container

$2,840–$4,170

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

Full-service mover

$7,380–$10,980

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 Everett (destination)

Hogland Transfer Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 8264
MC: 40505
Based in: Everett, WA 98203 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (425) 407-1011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trelawny Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trelawny Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3477238
MC: 1140038
Based in: Everett, WA 98208 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Northwest Move Logistix Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Movers LLC

USDOT: 2416564
MC: 135723
Based in: Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (425) 775-8950 Route Verify on FMCSA

Takdir Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3230745
MC: 1012863
Based in: Snohomish, WA 98296 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (707) 389-0062 Route Verify on FMCSA

On-It Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: On-It Logistic LLC

USDOT: 3319655
MC: 1056100
Based in: Lynnwood, WA 98037 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (425) 442-8208 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&s Transport Nw INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1029998
MC: 431876
Based in: Mukilteo, WA 98275 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (425) 754-1474 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rainy Side Movers LLC

USDOT: 4361000
MC: 1706532
Based in: Marysville, WA 98271 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (616) 429-9689 Route Verify on FMCSA

2 Men & A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Here2there INC

USDOT: 1527252
MC: 569590
Based in: Marysville, WA 98271 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (425) 332-6200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 232 movers in Everett

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,950 to $4,390 for a studio, $4,430 to $6,590 for a one-bedroom, $7,380 to $10,980 for a two-bedroom, $11,810 to $17,570 for a three-bedroom and $16,240 to $24,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Everett from Chicago?

About 2,036 road miles (1,725 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Washington 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 Everett?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,840 to $4,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,840 to $4,170. 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–Everett corridor.