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Yonkers, NY

Elgin, IL → Yonkers, NY · Long-distance move

Movers from Elgin to Yonkers

About 886 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,930–$7,330, delivery in 2–5 days, 404 carriers on the Elgin side and 2,152 in Yonkers.

  • 886 miroad distance
  • 15 h 59 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,930–$7,3302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 886 miles (751 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 59 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
404 (329 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,152 (1,091 interstate)

Reverse: Yonkers → Elgin

Yonkers sits about 886 miles east of Elgin, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to New York that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,930 to $7,330 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 15 h 59 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 2,152 around Yonkers (1,091 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 Yonkers.

Elgin has a population of about 115,476 and Yonkers about 212,603. Yonkers is the denser city (11,754 people per square mile versus 3,021 in Elgin), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New York is a higher-cost state than Illinois, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Elgin to Yonkers

Full-service estimate for 886 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,970 $2,400 $2,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,960 $3,600 $4,400
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,930 $6,010 $7,330
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,880 $9,610 $11,730
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,840 $13,220 $16,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,210–$1,710

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

Portable container

$1,810–$2,660

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

Full-service mover

$4,930–$7,330

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

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Typical full-service range.

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 Yonkers (destination)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadway Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roadway Movers INC

USDOT
1854436
MC
671325
Based in
New York, NY 10472 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
190 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (212) 812-5240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dell Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
86580
MC
729893
Based in
Port Washington, NY 11050 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (631) 271-8931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Angel Spirit INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2882215
MC
967265
Based in
Garfield, NJ 07026 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (973) 910-4072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accurate Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Worldwide Logistics Of NJ LLC

USDOT
2369201
MC
871974
Based in
Moonachie, NJ 07074 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (973) 471-6205 Route Verify on FMCSA

G & E Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
936988
MC
1624316
Based in
Paterson, NJ 07504 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
46 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (201) 282-0693 Route Verify on FMCSA

LA Rosa Del Monte Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rdm Transport Group LLC

USDOT
25982
MC
134689
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10710 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (718) 991-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,152 movers in Yonkers

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,970 to $2,930 for a studio, $2,960 to $4,400 for a one-bedroom, $4,930 to $7,330 for a two-bedroom, $7,880 to $11,730 for a three-bedroom and $10,840 to $16,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Yonkers from Elgin?

About 886 road miles (751 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 59 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 New York 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 Yonkers?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,210 to $1,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,810 to $2,660. 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–Yonkers corridor.