Evanston, IL → Pembroke Pines, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Evanston to Pembroke Pines

About 1,397 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,800–$8,630, delivery in 3–7 days, 739 carriers on the Evanston side and 2,479 in Pembroke Pines.

1,397 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,800–$8,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Evanston, Illinois
To: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,397 miles (1,184 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (527 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,479 (829 interstate)

Reverse: Pembroke Pines → Evanston

The route from Evanston, IL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers roughly 1,397 miles by road, a southeast-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 $5,800 to $8,630 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 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 2,479 around Pembroke Pines (829 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 Pembroke Pines.

Evanston has a population of about 78,000 and Pembroke Pines about 176,714. Evanston is considerably denser (10,041 people per square mile versus 5,235), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Evanston to Pembroke Pines

Full-service estimate for 1,397 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,480	$4,250	$5,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,800	$7,080	$8,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,290	$11,320	$13,820
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,770	$15,570	$19,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,040–$2,870

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

Portable container

$2,270–$3,330

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

Full-service mover

$5,800–$8,630

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

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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

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

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

Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (312) 724-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (847) 378-8912 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

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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

Call (847) 690-1246 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (773) 766-9152 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Evanston

Near Pembroke Pines (destination)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT: 263813
MC: 186356
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

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Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expedited Trans

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Blue Dolphin Transport INC

USDOT: 2305744
MC: 787190
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (786) 563-4111 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,479 movers in Pembroke Pines

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Evanston to Pembroke Pines?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,320 to $3,450 for a studio, $3,480 to $5,180 for a one-bedroom, $5,800 to $8,630 for a two-bedroom, $9,290 to $13,820 for a three-bedroom and $12,770 to $19,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pembroke Pines from Evanston?

About 1,397 road miles (1,184 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Florida 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 Pembroke Pines?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,040 to $2,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,270 to $3,330. 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–Pembroke Pines corridor.