Chicago, IL → Las Cruces, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Las Cruces

About 1,460 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,730–$8,530, delivery in 3–7 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 27 in Las Cruces.

1,460 miroad distance
25 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,730–$8,5302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 1,460 miles (1,237 straight-line)
Drive time: 25 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Las Cruces → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Las Cruces, NM covers roughly 1,460 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 $5,730 to $8,530 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 25 hours (3 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 27 around Las Cruces (21 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 Las Cruces.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Las Cruces about 116,978. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 1,448), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in New Mexico than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Las Cruces

Full-service estimate for 1,460 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,440	$4,200	$5,120
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,730	$6,990	$8,530
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,180	$11,190	$13,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,620	$15,390	$18,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,100–$2,960

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

Portable container

$2,320–$3,420

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

Full-service mover

$5,730–$8,530

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 Las Cruces (destination)

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mvt Services LLC

USDOT: 270179
MC: 186190
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88007 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,650 trucks, 2,033 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (915) 791-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

G Sandoval Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1191115
MC: 1058687
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (575) 649-0942 Route Verify on FMCSA

To Be Determined - Tbd

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asap Auto Fair Detailing LLC

USDOT: 4524673
MC: 1793226
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (575) 329-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

D K E LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1590985
MC: 588762
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88005 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (575) 639-0232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ready Set Go Moving & Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Graciela Perez

USDOT: 2573469
MC: 899783
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (575) 680-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Voyage Moving LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2902870
MC: 20175
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (915) 861-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delgado'S Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jose Manuel Delgado

USDOT: 1258541
Based in: Mesilla Park, NM 88047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (575) 649-6869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtrk Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4396881
MC: 1731489
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (575) 888-7388 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Las Cruces

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Las Cruces?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,290 to $3,410 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,120 for a one-bedroom, $5,730 to $8,530 for a two-bedroom, $9,180 to $13,650 for a three-bedroom and $12,620 to $18,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Cruces from Chicago?

About 1,460 road miles (1,237 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 25 hours (3 driving days).

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 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,100 to $2,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,320 to $3,420. 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–Las Cruces corridor.