Chicago, IL → Fort Worth, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Fort Worth

About 967 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,610–$6,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 2,811 in Fort Worth.

967 miroad distance
17 h 22 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,610–$6,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Fort Worth, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 967 miles (820 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 22 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,811 (1,207 interstate)

Reverse: Fort Worth → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Fort Worth, TX covers roughly 967 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 $4,610 to $6,860 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 22 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 2,811 around Fort Worth (1,207 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 Fort Worth.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Fort Worth about 1 million. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,646), 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 Fort Worth

Full-service estimate for 967 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,840	$2,250	$2,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,770	$3,370	$4,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,610	$5,620	$6,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,370	$8,990	$10,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,140	$12,370	$15,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,440–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$4,610–$6,860

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 Fort Worth (destination)

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: K L Breeden & Sons LLC

USDOT: 1836511
MC: 665731
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76102 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (972) 563-2401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Norco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Norco Corporation

USDOT: 985416
MC: 417025
Based in: Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 237 trucks, 223 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (817) 232-4220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1986353
MC: 703067
Based in: North Richland, TX 76182 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (888) 227-9844 Route Verify on FMCSA

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: DC Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 1018527
MC: 427093
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76111 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (682) 310-7300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

2131 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3762851
MC: 1340310
Based in: Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (980) 333-5652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3977236
MC: 1488003
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76140 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (445) 300-1763 Route Verify on FMCSA

K1 Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: K1 Logistics INC

USDOT: 3150859
MC: 104781
Based in: Fort Worth, TX 76118 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (945) 400-3772 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,811 movers in Fort Worth

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Fort Worth?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,840 to $2,740 for a studio, $2,770 to $4,110 for a one-bedroom, $4,610 to $6,860 for a two-bedroom, $7,370 to $10,970 for a three-bedroom and $10,140 to $15,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fort Worth from Chicago?

About 967 road miles (820 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 22 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 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 Fort Worth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,440 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,770. 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–Fort Worth corridor.