Evanston, IL → Williamsburg, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Evanston to Williamsburg

About 791 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,310–$6,410, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Evanston side and 33 in Williamsburg.

791 miroad distance
14 h 20 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,310–$6,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Evanston, Illinois
To: Williamsburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 791 miles (670 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 20 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 739 (527 interstate)
Movers at destination: 33 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Williamsburg → Evanston

The route from Evanston, IL to Williamsburg, VA covers roughly 791 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 $4,310 to $6,410 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 14 h 20 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 33 around Williamsburg (25 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 Williamsburg.

Evanston has a population of about 78,000 and Williamsburg about 16,000. Evanston is considerably denser (10,041 people per square mile versus 1,726), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Evanston to Williamsburg

Full-service estimate for 791 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,590	$3,150	$3,850
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,310	$5,260	$6,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,900	$8,410	$10,260
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,480	$11,560	$14,110

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,110–$1,570

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

Portable container

$1,730–$2,540

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

Full-service mover

$4,310–$6,410

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

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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

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

Route Verify on FMCSA

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 Williamsburg (destination)

The Other Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915026
MC: 396031
Based in: Hayes, VA 23072 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (804) 642-0019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amgine LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348666
MC: 1700037
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (757) 771-4090 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ae Moving LLC

USDOT: 4126677
MC: 1763682
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23185 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 387-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jdr Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4063961
MC: 1542558
Based in: Gloucester, VA 23061 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (757) 897-7274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Warriors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2888273
MC: 969885
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 848-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dch Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3676008
MC: 1388976
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 784-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

E And B Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eldridge Author Hill Jr

USDOT: 1549689
MC: 575739
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 238-3415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sontonio Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048533
MC: 48599
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (757) 696-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Williamsburg

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Williamsburg if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,560 for a studio, $2,590 to $3,850 for a one-bedroom, $4,310 to $6,410 for a two-bedroom, $6,900 to $10,260 for a three-bedroom and $9,480 to $14,110 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Williamsburg from Evanston?

About 791 road miles (670 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 20 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 Virginia 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 Williamsburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,110 to $1,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,730 to $2,540. 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–Williamsburg corridor.