Elgin, IL → Manchester, NH · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Manchester

About 1,016 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,970–$7,390, delivery in 3–7 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 57 in Manchester.

1,016 miroad distance
18 h 13 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,970–$7,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elgin, Illinois
To: Manchester, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 1,016 miles (861 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 13 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination: 57 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Manchester → Elgin

Moving from Elgin to Manchester is a long-distance move of roughly 1,016 road miles, heading east from Illinois to New Hampshire.

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 $4,970 to $7,390 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 13 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 57 around Manchester (44 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 Manchester.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Manchester about 116,818. The two cities have comparable density (3,021 and 3,494 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Elgin to Manchester

Full-service estimate for 1,016 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,990	$2,420	$2,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,980	$3,630	$4,430
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,970	$6,060	$7,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,940	$9,690	$11,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,920	$13,320	$16,250

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,490–$2,110

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

Portable container

$1,930–$2,830

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

Full-service mover

$4,970–$7,390

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 Manchester (destination)

Prime Source Foods

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Poultry Products Company Of New England LLC

USDOT: 106078
MC: 213558
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 263-1668 Route Verify on FMCSA

4-Star Bulk Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 467589
MC: 210062
Based in: Raymond, NH 03077 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 792-6571 Route Verify on FMCSA

Law Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Law Motor Freight INC

USDOT: 86153
MC: 36144
Based in: Merrimack, NH 03054 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 686-3591 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trend Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trend Moving LLC

USDOT: 3092893
MC: 1027437
Based in: Londonderry, NH 03053 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (855) 509-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray The Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mii Moving And Storage LLC

USDOT: 2724757
MC: 922878
Based in: Manchester, NH 03109 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (603) 669-7170 Route Verify on FMCSA

Louis P Cote INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 86271
MC: 82109
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 623-1533 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Landscape Supply

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pr Ouellette Landscape Supply LLC

USDOT: 799991
MC: 1748600
Based in: Goffstown, NH 03045 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (603) 268-5421 Route Verify on FMCSA

Able Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Able Moving & Storage Company INC

USDOT: 42189
MC: 140160
Based in: Amherst, NH 03031 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (603) 882-2340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 57 movers in Manchester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,990 to $2,960 for a studio, $2,980 to $4,430 for a one-bedroom, $4,970 to $7,390 for a two-bedroom, $7,940 to $11,820 for a three-bedroom and $10,920 to $16,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Manchester from Elgin?

About 1,016 road miles (861 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 13 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 New Hampshire 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 Manchester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,490 to $2,110 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,930 to $2,830. 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–Manchester corridor.