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Chicago, IL → Monroe, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to Monroe

About 811 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,110–$6,120, delivery in 2–5 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 49 in Monroe.

  • 811 miroad distance
  • 14 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,110–$6,1202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 811 miles (687 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination
49 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Monroe → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to Monroe, LA covers roughly 811 miles by road, a south-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 $4,110 to $6,120 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 14 h 41 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 49 around Monroe (26 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 Monroe.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Monroe about 46,000. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 1,604), 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe

Full-service estimate for 811 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,640 $2,010 $2,450
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,470 $3,010 $3,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,110 $5,020 $6,120
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,580 $8,020 $9,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,050 $11,030 $13,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,130–$1,600

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

Portable container

$1,740–$2,560

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

Full-service mover

$4,110–$6,120

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Chicago, IL → Monroe, LA. 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 Monroe (destination)

Bears Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bears Towing And Recovery Of Ouachita INC

USDOT
517357
MC
235662
Based in
Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (318) 388-3021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1634906
MC
602738
Based in
West Monroe, LA 71291 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (318) 265-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ross Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1721228
MC
626875
Based in
Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (318) 322-7760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goose Chase Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cruse Transport Services INC

USDOT
2846136
MC
954281
Based in
Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (318) 316-9773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa All-Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1896597
MC
682036
Based in
Monroe, LA 71201 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (318) 801-8349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stay Humble Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4494216
MC
1777011
Based in
Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (318) 537-0642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anterprize Trucking And Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Anterprize Local Car Rental LLC

USDOT
4576998
MC
1821384
Based in
Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (318) 417-8707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2584937
MC
1556384
Based in
Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (318) 614-4761 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Monroe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,640 to $2,450 for a studio, $2,470 to $3,670 for a one-bedroom, $4,110 to $6,120 for a two-bedroom, $6,580 to $9,790 for a three-bedroom and $9,050 to $13,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monroe from Chicago?

About 811 road miles (687 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 41 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,130 to $1,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,740 to $2,560. 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–Monroe corridor.