Elgin, IL → Concord, NC · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Concord

About 729 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,990–$5,940, delivery in 2–5 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 441 in Concord.

729 miroad distance
13 h 16 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,990–$5,9402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elgin, Illinois
To: Concord, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 729 miles (618 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 16 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination: 441 (326 interstate)

Reverse: Concord → Elgin

Moving from Elgin to Concord is a long-distance move of roughly 729 road miles, heading southeast from Illinois to North Carolina.

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 $3,990 to $5,940 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 13 h 16 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 441 around Concord (326 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 Concord.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Concord about 114,598. Elgin is considerably denser (3,021 people per square mile versus 1,657), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in North Carolina than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Elgin to Concord

Full-service estimate for 729 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,600	$1,950	$2,370
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,390	$2,920	$3,560
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,990	$4,870	$5,940
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,380	$7,790	$9,500
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,780	$10,700	$13,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,990–$5,940

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 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 Concord (destination)

Ryder

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cardinal Logistics Management Corporation

USDOT: 191496
MC: 154105
Based in: Concord, NC 28027 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,954 trucks, 3,010 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freshpoint

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freshpoint North Carolina INC

USDOT: 1795137
MC: 653312
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 68 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (346) 422-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clear Roadway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3447504
MC: 1121363
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28213 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (704) 288-0054 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speed Transit Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785107
MC: 928047
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (704) 946-8027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jmm Group

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Redwog LLC

USDOT: 2522039
MC: 875658
Based in: Rockwell, NC 28138 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 653-7040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yolo Express INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3673085
MC: 1274496
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 965-4318 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Charlotte

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Charlotte LLC

USDOT: 4191842
MC: 1615630
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (864) 444-2769 Route Verify on FMCSA

Make A Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fletcher Anneheim Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 2452878
MC: 851348
Based in: Charlotte, NC 28269 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 441 movers in Concord

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,600 to $2,370 for a studio, $2,390 to $3,560 for a one-bedroom, $3,990 to $5,940 for a two-bedroom, $6,380 to $9,500 for a three-bedroom and $8,780 to $13,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Concord from Elgin?

About 729 road miles (618 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 16 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 North Carolina 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 Concord?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,460. 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–Concord corridor.