Cambridge, MA

Evanston, IL → Cambridge, MA · Long-distance move

Movers from Evanston to Cambridge

About 1,000 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,200–$7,740, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Evanston side and 490 in Cambridge.

  • 1,000 miroad distance
  • 17 h 57 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,200–$7,7402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,000 miles (847 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 57 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (527 interstate)
Movers at destination
490 (287 interstate)

Reverse: Cambridge → Evanston

Cambridge sits about 1,000 miles east of Evanston, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Massachusetts 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 $5,200 to $7,740 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 17 h 57 min.

On the Evanston side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (527 of them authorized for interstate work), and 490 around Cambridge (287 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 Cambridge.

Evanston has a population of about 78,000 and Cambridge about 122,588. Cambridge is the denser city (18,500 people per square mile versus 10,041 in Evanston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Massachusetts 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 Evanston to Cambridge

Full-service estimate for 1,000 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,080 $2,540 $3,090
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,120 $3,810 $4,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,200 $6,340 $7,740
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,320 $10,150 $12,380
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,440 $13,950 $17,020

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,480–$2,090

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

Portable container

$1,910–$2,810

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

Full-service mover

$5,200–$7,740

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Evanston (origin)

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Fx

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1194542
MC
471387
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
258748
MC
162485
Based in
Chicago, IL 60646 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Pure Freight Lines LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2564216
MC
334497
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
150 trucks, 174 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Delta Freight Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1257876
MC
491945
Based in
Des Plaines, IL 60018 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
148 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Lucky Wheels LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3218419
MC
1006688
Based in
Mt Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
145 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Whimsy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
653783
MC
307712
Based in
Mount Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
142 trucks, 142 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Iq Trans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3634558
MC
1246501
Based in
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 739 movers in Evanston

Near Cambridge (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
338113
MC
830455
Based in
Boston, MA 02110 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
373544
MC
218762
Based in
Winchester, MA 01890 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
597632
MC
288585
Based in
Watertown, MA 02472 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Ama Transportation Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233338
MC
162524
Based in
Billerica, MA 01821 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3461366
MC
1129943
Based in
Cambridge, MA 02141 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9354
MC
277023
Based in
Lexington, MA 02420 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1696867
MC
623045
Based in
Everett, MA 02149 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3456438
MC
1132315
Based in
Revere, MA 02151 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

All 490 movers in Cambridge

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evanston to Cambridge?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,080 to $3,090 for a studio, $3,120 to $4,640 for a one-bedroom, $5,200 to $7,740 for a two-bedroom, $8,320 to $12,380 for a three-bedroom and $11,440 to $17,020 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cambridge from Evanston?

About 1,000 road miles (847 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 57 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 Massachusetts 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 Evanston to Cambridge?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,480 to $2,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,910 to $2,810. 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 Evanston–Cambridge corridor.