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Chicago, IL → Harrisburg, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Harrisburg

About 676 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,910–$5,820, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 251 in Harrisburg.

  • 676 miroad distance
  • 12 h 21 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,910–$5,8202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 676 miles (573 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 21 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
251 (179 interstate)

Reverse: Harrisburg → Chicago

Moving from Chicago to Harrisburg is a long-distance move of roughly 676 road miles, heading east from Illinois to Pennsylvania.

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 $3,910 to $5,820 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 12 h 21 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 251 around Harrisburg (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 Harrisburg.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Harrisburg about 50,000. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 6,171), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Harrisburg

Full-service estimate for 676 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,570 $1,910 $2,330
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,350 $2,860 $3,490
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,910 $4,770 $5,820
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,260 $7,640 $9,320
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,610 $10,500 $12,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,910–$5,820

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Chicago, IL → Harrisburg, PA. 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 Harrisburg (destination)

Napa Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
446997
MC
242988
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
405 trucks, 365 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (717) 920-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sysco Central Pennsylvania

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
338861
MC
1099728
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17109 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (717) 561-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wright Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3153461
MC
106240
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (717) 932-7874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Edo'S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1327266
MC
512911
Based in
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (717) 761-1349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hr Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1859053
MC
672664
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (717) 564-1835 Route Verify on FMCSA

Buk Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bukhara USA Company

USDOT
4125068
MC
1578434
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17103 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (878) 978-3268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Geo W Weaver & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
10676
MC
1635833
Based in
New Cumberland, PA 17070 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (717) 774-7835 Route Verify on FMCSA

H&s Towing Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
836405
MC
123813
Based in
Harrisburg, PA 17111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (717) 657-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 251 movers in Harrisburg

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,330 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,490 for a one-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a two-bedroom, $6,260 to $9,320 for a three-bedroom and $8,610 to $12,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Harrisburg from Chicago?

About 676 road miles (573 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 21 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 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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–Harrisburg corridor.