Davenport, IA → Naperville, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from Davenport to Naperville

About 150 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,100–$3,120, delivery in 1–2 days, 98 carriers on the Davenport side and 1,184 in Naperville.

150 miroad distance
3 h 17 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,100–$3,1202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Davenport, Iowa
To: Naperville, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 150 miles (127 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 17 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 98 (78 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,184 (966 interstate)

Reverse: Naperville → Davenport

Naperville sits about 150 miles east of Davenport, which makes this an interstate relocation from Iowa to Illinois that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 17 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,100 and $3,120, before packing or storage.

On the Davenport side there are 98 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (78 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,184 around Naperville (966 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 Naperville.

Davenport has a population of about 100,358 and Naperville about 153,114. Naperville is the denser city (3,825 people per square mile versus 1,594 in Davenport), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Iowa, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Davenport to Naperville

Full-service estimate for 150 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,260	$1,540	$1,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,100	$2,560	$3,120
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,360	$4,090	$5,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,620	$5,630	$6,870

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$430

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,100–$3,120

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 Davenport (origin)

Mdn Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3205071
MC: 1398328
Based in: Davenport, IA 52807 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 275 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 306-3480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2525328
MC: 716792
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boost Express Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2453637
MC: 847181
Based in: Davenport, IA 52801 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (708) 253-8182 Route Verify on FMCSA

Npj Global Solution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9539980
MC: 94140758
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (708) 880-7171 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & B Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1731359
MC: 634361
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (563) 200-5510 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bruce Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bruce R Petty INC

USDOT: 873780
MC: 693855
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (563) 323-5435 Route Verify on FMCSA

D T S Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1708832
MC: 627000
Based in: Davenport, IA 52802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (563) 570-4596 Route Verify on FMCSA

F And A Truck Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3357533
MC: 1074590
Based in: Bettendorf, IA 52722 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (563) 381-0256 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 98 movers in Davenport

Near Naperville (destination)

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1538326
MC: 572473
Based in: Carol Stream, IL 60185 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (630) 496-7400 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 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (630) 271-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ig Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1928967
MC: 689501
Based in: Addison, IL 60101 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 483 trucks, 388 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (847) 929-4487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Big Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782248
MC: 1354397
Based in: Lisle, IL 60532 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 246 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (630) 566-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Em Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3073738
MC: 62685
Based in: Lemont, IL 60439 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (708) 669-0406 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892938
MC: 681276
Based in: Woodridge, IL 60517 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (312) 730-4751 Route Verify on FMCSA

Legacy Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1744355
MC: 772181
Based in: Joliet, IL 60435 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (708) 897-0580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Freight Transinc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842894
MC: 952478
Based in: Montgomery, IL 60538 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 195 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (877) 650-2279 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,184 movers in Naperville

Tips for this move

For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.
Confirm whether travel time between Davenport and Naperville is billed one way or round trip.
A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in Naperville with daylight to spare.
Check Iowa intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Davenport to Naperville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,260 to $1,870 for a one-bedroom, $2,100 to $3,120 for a two-bedroom, $3,360 to $5,000 for a three-bedroom and $4,620 to $6,870 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Naperville from Davenport?

About 150 road miles (127 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Iowa 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 Davenport to Naperville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,700. 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 Davenport–Naperville corridor.