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Colorado Springs, CO → Rockford, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Colorado Springs to Rockford

About 1,009 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,950–$7,360, delivery in 3–7 days, 247 carriers on the Colorado Springs side and 120 in Rockford.

  • 1,009 miroad distance
  • 18 h 6 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,950–$7,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,009 miles (855 straight-line)
Drive time
18 h 6 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
247 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination
120 (85 interstate)

Reverse: Rockford → Colorado Springs

The route from Colorado Springs, CO to Rockford, IL covers roughly 1,009 miles by road, a east-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 $4,950 to $7,360 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 18 h 6 min.

On the Colorado Springs side there are 247 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Rockford (85 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 Rockford.

Colorado Springs has a population of about 494,743 and Rockford about 147,384. The two cities have comparable density (2,451 and 2,305 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Colorado Springs to Rockford

Full-service estimate for 1,009 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,980 $2,410 $2,940
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,970 $3,620 $4,420
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,950 $6,030 $7,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,920 $9,650 $11,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,880 $13,270 $16,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,100

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

Portable container

$1,920–$2,820

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

Full-service mover

$4,950–$7,360

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 Colorado Springs (origin)

Goodwill Of Colorado

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
733591
MC
554386
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
134 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (719) 499-9239 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pikes Peak Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
44799
MC
136490
Based in
Colorado Sprgs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
87 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (541) 887-9924 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taylor Farms Colorado INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
332102
MC
221626
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
1988
Call (719) 473-8251 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tmt Springs INC

USDOT
997991
MC
432223
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (719) 576-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Of Colorado INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1247388
MC
476768
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (719) 527-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Knob Hill Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kh Towing Operations LLC

USDOT
3138185
MC
97409
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80910 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (719) 634-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fatboy Slims Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3590162
MC
1215756
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (719) 284-2281 Route Verify on FMCSA

Colorado Air Cargo INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
66588
MC
129188
Based in
Colorado Springs, CO 80907 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (719) 594-0033 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 247 movers in Colorado Springs

Near Rockford (destination)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1505243
MC
641341
Based in
Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (815) 975-9303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kevcor Services INC

USDOT
1822310
MC
655586
Based in
Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (815) 633-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2875835
MC
965018
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (815) 670-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2058233
MC
720327
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (815) 209-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
633271
MC
299681
Based in
Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1996
Call (815) 395-0060 Verify on FMCSA

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
598474
MC
798275
Based in
Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (815) 645-8360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
725998
MC
332256
Based in
Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (815) 398-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3754628
MC
1334231
Based in
Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (833) 412-2848 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Rockford

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Colorado Springs to Rockford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,980 to $2,940 for a studio, $2,970 to $4,420 for a one-bedroom, $4,950 to $7,360 for a two-bedroom, $7,920 to $11,780 for a three-bedroom and $10,880 to $16,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rockford from Colorado Springs?

About 1,009 road miles (855 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 6 min.

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 Colorado 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 Colorado Springs to Rockford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,920 to $2,820. 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 Colorado Springs–Rockford corridor.