Schaumburg, IL

Frederick, MD → Schaumburg, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Frederick to Schaumburg

About 692 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,150–$6,170, delivery in 2–5 days, 300 carriers on the Frederick side and 911 in Schaumburg.

  • 692 miroad distance
  • 12 h 38 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,150–$6,1702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 692 miles (586 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 38 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
300 (201 interstate)
Movers at destination
911 (744 interstate)

Reverse: Schaumburg → Frederick

The route from Frederick, MD to Schaumburg, IL covers roughly 692 miles by road, a west-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 $4,150 to $6,170 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 12 h 38 min.

On the Frederick side there are 300 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (201 of them authorized for interstate work), and 911 around Schaumburg (744 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 Schaumburg.

Frederick has a population of about 85,000 and Schaumburg about 78,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,262 and 4,069 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Frederick to Schaumburg

Full-service estimate for 692 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,660 $2,020 $2,470
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,490 $3,040 $3,700
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,150 $5,060 $6,170
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,640 $8,090 $9,870
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,130 $11,130 $13,580

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,430

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

Portable container

$1,640–$2,410

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

Full-service mover

$4,150–$6,170

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 Frederick (origin)

Mint Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2779557
MC
936752
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
120 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Service Master

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1022130
MC
664497
Based in
Frederick, MD 21704 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

J&m Truck Repair INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1063127
MC
915561
Based in
Frederick, MD 21703 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Stambaugh Pole Buildings

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1500152
MC
1089742
Based in
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Ramar Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
441070
MC
241863
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Ramar Transportation & Logistics Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1131819
MC
460859
Based in
Frederick, MD 21702 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Jh Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
8211973
MC
88161384
Based in
New Market, MD 21774 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

T Cassidy Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4229009
MC
1635825
Based in
Frederick, MD 21701 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 300 movers in Frederick

Near Schaumburg (destination)

Pava Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2209504
MC
766662
Based in
Bartlett, IL 60103 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
300 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ig Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1928967
MC
689501
Based in
Addison, IL 60101 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
483 trucks, 388 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Boy O Boy High Gloss

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4369508
MC
1711156
Based in
Elgin, IL 60120 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12,037 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

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

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Father & Son Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2003220
MC
707027
Based in
East Dundee, IL 60118 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
260 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

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

United Fleet Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3982601
MC
1491592
Based in
Schaumburg, IL 60173 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
210 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

All 911 movers in Schaumburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frederick to Schaumburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,490 to $3,700 for a one-bedroom, $4,150 to $6,170 for a two-bedroom, $6,640 to $9,870 for a three-bedroom and $9,130 to $13,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Schaumburg from Frederick?

About 692 road miles (586 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 38 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 Maryland into Illinois 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 Frederick to Schaumburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,640 to $2,410. 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 Frederick–Schaumburg corridor.