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Hattiesburg, MS → Elgin, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Hattiesburg to Elgin

About 877 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,170–$6,200, delivery in 2–5 days, 50 carriers on the Hattiesburg side and 404 in Elgin.

  • 877 miroad distance
  • 15 h 49 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,170–$6,2002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 877 miles (744 straight-line)
Drive time
15 h 49 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
50 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination
404 (329 interstate)

Reverse: Elgin → Hattiesburg

The route from Hattiesburg, MS to Elgin, IL covers roughly 877 miles by road, a north-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 $4,170 to $6,200 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 49 min.

On the Hattiesburg side there are 50 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (36 of them authorized for interstate work), and 404 around Elgin (329 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 Elgin.

Hattiesburg has a population of about 48,000 and Elgin about 115,476. Elgin is the denser city (3,021 people per square mile versus 912 in Hattiesburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hattiesburg to Elgin

Full-service estimate for 877 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,670 $2,030 $2,480
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,500 $3,050 $3,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,170 $5,080 $6,200
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,670 $8,130 $9,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,170 $11,180 $13,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,200–$1,700

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

Portable container

$1,800–$2,650

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

Full-service mover

$4,170–$6,200

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 Hattiesburg (origin)

Viking Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
300875
MC
218607
Based in
Petal, MS 39465 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
97 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (601) 255-0725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fv Recycling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1392358
MC
529805
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (877) 927-8372 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bipolarbear Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3650011
MC
1257747
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (601) 307-4415 Route Verify on FMCSA

McNichols Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2725123
MC
923008
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (601) 480-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3335404
MC
1063607
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (601) 450-1383 Route Verify on FMCSA

B Rok Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2517720
MC
875913
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (601) 325-8446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Brother Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3658860
MC
1264138
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (504) 478-1473 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bean Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3216852
MC
1005870
Based in
Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (601) 545-3522 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Hattiesburg

Near Elgin (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,670 to $2,480 for a studio, $2,500 to $3,720 for a one-bedroom, $4,170 to $6,200 for a two-bedroom, $6,670 to $9,920 for a three-bedroom and $9,170 to $13,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elgin from Hattiesburg?

About 877 road miles (744 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 49 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 Mississippi 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 Hattiesburg to Elgin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,200 to $1,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,800 to $2,650. 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 Hattiesburg–Elgin corridor.