Corpus Christi, TX → Carbondale, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Corpus Christi to Carbondale

About 978 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,640–$6,900, delivery in 2–5 days, 98 carriers on the Corpus Christi side and 34 in Carbondale.

978 miroad distance
17 h 34 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,640–$6,9002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Corpus Christi, Texas
To: Carbondale, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 978 miles (829 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 34 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (17 interstate)
Movers at destination: 34 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Carbondale → Corpus Christi

Carbondale sits about 978 miles northeast of Corpus Christi, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Illinois that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,640 to $6,900 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 17 h 34 min.

On the Corpus Christi side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (17 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.

Corpus Christi has a population of about 317,247 and Carbondale about 22,000. Corpus Christi is considerably denser (1,960 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. Note that Illinois does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Corpus Christi to Carbondale

Full-service estimate for 978 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,850	$2,260	$2,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,780	$3,390	$4,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,640	$5,650	$6,900
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,420	$9,050	$11,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,200	$12,440	$15,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$4,640–$6,900

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Corpus Christi (origin)

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Corpus Christi LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1645783
MC: 733947
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (361) 883-1372 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4370349
MC: 1711605
Based in: Portland, TX 78374 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (469) 732-7188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Notch Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2547963
MC: 90025
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (361) 854-7232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom Life Transport LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3383345
MC: 1086221
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (361) 558-3079 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Best Move In Texas

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Corpus Christi Transfer Co

USDOT: 136463
MC: 69361
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78401 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (361) 883-4391 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & Lulu Logistics

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Lulu Trade LLC

USDOT: 4250863
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (361) 396-8151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chilly'S Affordable & Reliable Movers

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Henry Lewis

USDOT: 2820714
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Bomy Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4244834
MC: 1644458
Based in: Corpus Christi, TX 78414 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (910) 977-1916 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Corpus Christi

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

Call (618) 988-1621 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (618) 684-3166 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (618) 351-1616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burford Trucking LLC

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

Call (618) 579-8587 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (618) 942-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mohammad Ali Agha

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

Call (618) 565-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (618) 253-9275 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (618) 751-5577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 34 movers in Carbondale

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Carbondale if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Corpus Christi to Carbondale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,900 for a two-bedroom, $7,420 to $11,040 for a three-bedroom and $10,200 to $15,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carbondale from Corpus Christi?

About 978 road miles (829 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 34 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 Texas 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 Corpus Christi to Carbondale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 Corpus Christi–Carbondale corridor.