Chicago, IL → St. Charles, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Chicago to St. Charles

About 304 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,660–$3,960, delivery in 1–3 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 327 in St. Charles.

304 miroad distance
5 h 57 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,660–$3,9602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: St. Charles, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 304 miles (258 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 57 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 327 (212 interstate)

Reverse: St. Charles → Chicago

The route from Chicago, IL to St. Charles, MO covers roughly 304 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,660 to $3,960 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 57 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 327 around St. Charles (212 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 St. Charles.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and St. Charles about 72,000. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,797), 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 Missouri 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 St. Charles

Full-service estimate for 304 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,380
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,660	$3,250	$3,960
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,260	$5,190	$6,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,860	$7,140	$8,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$460–$650

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

Portable container

$1,290–$1,900

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

Full-service mover

$2,660–$3,960

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

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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

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Near St. Charles (destination)

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 1137660
MC: 458854
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stl Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2523551
MC: 876335
Based in: St Charles, MO 63301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 544 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (314) 396-6922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1808215
MC: 657151
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT: 2096411
MC: 731267
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Express Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3269801
MC: 1032064
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (314) 255-6444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Artur Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 767997
MC: 343003
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 112 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schnuck Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 298545
MC: 230436
Based in: Kinloch, MO 63140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (314) 344-9681 Route Verify on FMCSA

Davidson Surface Air INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 375704
MC: 261606
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (314) 298-1885 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 327 movers in St. Charles

Tips for this move

Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Chicago–St. Charles corridor.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Chicago to St. Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,820 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,660 to $3,960 for a two-bedroom, $4,260 to $6,340 for a three-bedroom and $5,860 to $8,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Charles from Chicago?

About 304 road miles (258 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 57 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Missouri 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 St. Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $460 to $650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,290 to $1,900. 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–St. Charles corridor.