Elgin, IL → Allentown, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Allentown

About 795 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,220–$6,270, delivery in 2–5 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 424 in Allentown.

795 miroad distance
14 h 24 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,220–$6,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elgin, Illinois
To: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 795 miles (673 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 24 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination: 424 (296 interstate)

Reverse: Allentown → Elgin

The route from Elgin, IL to Allentown, PA covers roughly 795 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 $4,220 to $6,270 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 14 h 24 min.

On the Elgin side there are 404 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (329 of them authorized for interstate work), and 424 around Allentown (296 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 Allentown.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Allentown about 126,044. Allentown is the denser city (7,150 people per square mile versus 3,021 in Elgin), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Elgin to Allentown

Full-service estimate for 795 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,690	$2,060	$2,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,220	$5,140	$6,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,750	$8,230	$10,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,280	$11,310	$13,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,120–$1,580

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

Portable container

$1,730–$2,540

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

Full-service mover

$4,220–$6,270

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Elgin (origin)

Boy O Boy High Gloss

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4369508
MC: 1711156
Based in: Elgin, IL 60120 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12,037 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (331) 210-2039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pava Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2209504
MC: 766662
Based in: Bartlett, IL 60103 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 300 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (773) 312-7560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1538326
MC: 572473
Based in: Carol Stream, IL 60185 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Father & Son Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2003220
MC: 707027
Based in: East Dundee, IL 60118 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 260 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (720) 641-9939 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universe Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2124287
MC: 740221
Based in: Huntley, IL 60142 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 210 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (773) 577-5795 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Fleet Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3982601
MC: 1491592
Based in: Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 210 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (224) 998-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2019189
MC: 890687
Based in: Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 167 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Route Verify on FMCSA

Ue Line INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2790763
MC: 930850
Based in: Elgin, IL 60123 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 165 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (773) 657-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 404 movers in Elgin

Near Allentown (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT: 268139
MC: 147923
Based in: Allentown, PA 18104 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ds Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1610595
MC: 595553
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (610) 395-4625 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1444559
MC: 545976
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171254
MC: 469678
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmrapp LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1245148
MC: 479105
Based in: Breinigsville, PA 18031 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (610) 398-7071 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322506
MC: 1066356
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2053518
MC: 719083
Based in: Allentown, PA 18106 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256276
MC: 366606
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 424 movers in Allentown

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Elgin to Allentown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,690 to $2,510 for a studio, $2,530 to $3,760 for a one-bedroom, $4,220 to $6,270 for a two-bedroom, $6,750 to $10,040 for a three-bedroom and $9,280 to $13,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Allentown from Elgin?

About 795 road miles (673 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 24 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 Illinois into Pennsylvania 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 Elgin to Allentown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,120 to $1,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,730 to $2,540. 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 Elgin–Allentown corridor.