Elgin, IL → Beaumont, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Beaumont

About 1,047 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,810–$7,160, delivery in 3–7 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 106 in Beaumont.

1,047 miroad distance
18 h 45 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,810–$7,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elgin, Illinois
To: Beaumont, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,047 miles (887 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 45 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination: 106 (39 interstate)

Reverse: Beaumont → Elgin

Moving from Elgin to Beaumont is a long-distance move of roughly 1,047 road miles, heading southwest from Illinois to Texas.

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 $4,810 to $7,160 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 45 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 106 around Beaumont (39 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 Beaumont.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Beaumont about 112,967. Elgin is considerably denser (3,021 people per square mile versus 1,397), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Elgin to Beaumont

Full-service estimate for 1,047 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,920	$2,350	$2,860
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,890	$3,520	$4,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,810	$5,870	$7,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,700	$9,390	$11,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,580	$12,910	$15,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,530–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$4,810–$7,160

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 Beaumont (destination)

Lsj Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 803218
MC: 410991
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 45 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (409) 730-9577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kdsi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1043519
MC: 436195
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (409) 835-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burris Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burris Transfer & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 119355
MC: 136526
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77701 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (409) 838-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wm-d'S Roll Off Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3156335
MC: 1576557
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (409) 880-5343 Route Verify on FMCSA

Galaxy Star Transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4331064
MC: 1702848
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (409) 454-0526 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jw Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wf Service INC

USDOT: 4427908
MC: 1741820
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77702 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (409) 351-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bod Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3659544
MC: 1264629
Based in: Richmond, TX 77706 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (832) 566-3339 Route Verify on FMCSA

Foster & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2410325
MC: 830492
Based in: Beaumont, TX 77713 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (318) 758-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 106 movers in Beaumont

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,920 to $2,860 for a studio, $2,890 to $4,290 for a one-bedroom, $4,810 to $7,160 for a two-bedroom, $7,700 to $11,450 for a three-bedroom and $10,580 to $15,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Beaumont from Elgin?

About 1,047 road miles (887 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 45 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 Illinois into Texas 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 Beaumont?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,530 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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–Beaumont corridor.