Elgin, IL → Waterbury, CT · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Waterbury

About 929 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,820–$7,180, delivery in 2–5 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 170 in Waterbury.

929 miroad distance
16 h 43 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,820–$7,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Elgin, Illinois
To: Waterbury, Connecticut
Road distance: ≈ 929 miles (787 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 43 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination: 170 (99 interstate)

Reverse: Waterbury → Elgin

The route from Elgin, IL to Waterbury, CT covers roughly 929 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 $4,820 to $7,180 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 16 h 43 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 170 around Waterbury (99 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 Waterbury.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Waterbury about 115,771. Waterbury is the denser city (4,014 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 Waterbury

Full-service estimate for 929 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,930	$2,350	$2,870
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,890	$3,530	$4,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,820	$5,880	$7,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,720	$9,410	$11,480
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,610	$12,940	$15,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,400–$1,980

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

Portable container

$1,850–$2,720

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

Full-service mover

$4,820–$7,180

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 Waterbury (destination)

Bozzuto'S INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57911
MC: 179376
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 273 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 250-5130 Route Verify on FMCSA

Merchant Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408453
MC: 1100215
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (860) 778-6007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ct Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Flynn'S Motor Express INC

USDOT: 175772
MC: 153461
Based in: Southington, CT 06489 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (860) 628-6373 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jora LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4245583
MC: 1644874
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (203) 817-6668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rt Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285714
MC: 1039635
Based in: Cheshire, CT 06410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (833) 668-3978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Industrial Riggers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 27842
MC: 140204
Based in: Waterbury, CT 06704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (203) 573-1116 Route Verify on FMCSA

J Lutzen & Son Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1539801
MC: 847413
Based in: Wallingford, CT 06492 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (203) 626-9467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kim Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 978755
MC: 506916
Based in: Berlin, CT 06037 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (860) 770-8396 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 170 movers in Waterbury

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,930 to $2,870 for a studio, $2,890 to $4,310 for a one-bedroom, $4,820 to $7,180 for a two-bedroom, $7,720 to $11,480 for a three-bedroom and $10,610 to $15,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Waterbury from Elgin?

About 929 road miles (787 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 43 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 Connecticut 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 Waterbury?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,400 to $1,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,850 to $2,720. 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–Waterbury corridor.