Carbondale, IL

Cleveland, OH → Carbondale, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Cleveland to Carbondale

About 564 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,540–$5,270, delivery in 2–5 days, 638 carriers on the Cleveland side and 34 in Carbondale.

  • 564 miroad distance
  • 10 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,540–$5,2702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 564 miles (478 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
638 (374 interstate)
Movers at destination
34 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Carbondale → Cleveland

The route from Cleveland, OH to Carbondale, IL covers roughly 564 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 $3,540 to $5,270 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 10 h 25 min.

On the Cleveland side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (374 of them authorized for interstate work), and 34 around Carbondale (24 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 Carbondale.

Cleveland has a population of about 363,608 and Carbondale about 22,000. Cleveland is considerably denser (4,796 people per square mile versus 1,435), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Cleveland to Carbondale

Full-service estimate for 564 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,420 $1,730 $2,110
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,120 $2,590 $3,160
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,540 $4,320 $5,270
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,670 $6,910 $8,430
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,790 $9,500 $11,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$880–$1,240

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

Portable container

$1,520–$2,240

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

Full-service mover

$3,540–$5,270

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Cleveland (origin)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237360
MC
169607
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317693
MC
791331
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
300813
MC
353338
Based in
Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1598342
MC
591312
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318092
MC
791357
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318070
MC
791344
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1495228
MC
562163
Based in
Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
384170
MC
58561
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Near Carbondale (destination)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
214203
MC
160321
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
124296
MC
36854
Based in
Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
78400
MC
227559
Based in
Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
709405
MC
327994
Based in
Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273061
MC
776313
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
831830
MC
365197
Based in
Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4345279
MC
1698307
Based in
Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3330971
MC
1061482
Based in
Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

All 34 movers in Carbondale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland to Carbondale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,420 to $2,110 for a studio, $2,120 to $3,160 for a one-bedroom, $3,540 to $5,270 for a two-bedroom, $5,670 to $8,430 for a three-bedroom and $7,790 to $11,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carbondale from Cleveland?

About 564 road miles (478 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 25 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 Ohio into Illinois 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 Cleveland to Carbondale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $880 to $1,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,520 to $2,240. 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 Cleveland–Carbondale corridor.