Chicago, IL → Vallejo, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Chicago to Vallejo

About 2,167 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,950–$11,830, delivery in 5–10 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 147 in Vallejo.

2,167 miroad distance
38 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,950–$11,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Vallejo, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,167 miles (1,836 straight-line)
Drive time: 38 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 147 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Vallejo → Chicago

Vallejo sits about 2,167 miles west of Chicago, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to California that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $7,950 to $11,830 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 38 hours (5 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 147 around Vallejo (47 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 Vallejo.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Vallejo about 123,287. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 4,148), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Vallejo

Full-service estimate for 2,167 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,180	$3,880	$4,730
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,770	$5,820	$7,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,950	$9,700	$11,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,730	$15,520	$18,930
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,500	$21,340	$26,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,980–$4,200

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

Portable container

$2,950–$4,340

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

Full-service mover

$7,950–$11,830

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 Vallejo (destination)

Servicemaster Restoration Servicesservicemaster Recovery Ma

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sharjo LLC

USDOT: 3455004
MC: 1125939
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 124 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (800) 480-8439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4049726
MC: 1534271
Based in: Richmond, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (510) 640-7050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1125579
MC: 481361
Based in: Martinez, CA 94553 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (925) 372-0914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Durkee Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company

USDOT: 426556
MC: 121744
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (707) 681-0219 Route Verify on FMCSA

D N H Carriers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dnh Carriers INC

USDOT: 1200199
MC: 478412
Based in: El Cerrito, CA 94530 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (510) 815-1419 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dependable Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3098516
MC: 1545647
Based in: Benicia, CA 94510 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (628) 999-5741 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocd Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ocd Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2597230
MC: 911812
Based in: San Pablo, CA 94806 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (510) 375-3844 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Bay Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576093
MC: 1206285
Based in: Pinole, CA 94564 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (510) 839-2516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 147 movers in Vallejo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,180 to $4,730 for a studio, $4,770 to $7,100 for a one-bedroom, $7,950 to $11,830 for a two-bedroom, $12,730 to $18,930 for a three-bedroom and $17,500 to $26,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Vallejo from Chicago?

About 2,167 road miles (1,836 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 38 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California 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 Vallejo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,980 to $4,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,950 to $4,340. 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–Vallejo corridor.