Elgin, IL

Hutchinson, KS → Elgin, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Hutchinson to Elgin

About 680 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,790–$5,640, delivery in 2–5 days, 21 carriers on the Hutchinson side and 404 in Elgin.

  • 680 miroad distance
  • 12 h 25 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,790–$5,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 680 miles (576 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 25 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
21 (15 interstate)
Movers at destination
404 (329 interstate)

Reverse: Elgin → Hutchinson

Moving from Hutchinson to Elgin is a long-distance move of roughly 680 road miles, heading northeast from Kansas to Illinois.

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 $3,790 to $5,640 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 25 min.

On the Hutchinson side there are 21 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (15 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.

Hutchinson has a population of about 40,000 and Elgin about 115,476. Elgin is the denser city (3,021 people per square mile versus 1,628 in Hutchinson), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Kansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hutchinson to Elgin

Full-service estimate for 680 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,520 $1,850 $2,260
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,270 $2,770 $3,380
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,790 $4,620 $5,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,070 $7,400 $9,020
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,340 $10,170 $12,410

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,000–$1,410

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,790–$5,640

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 Hutchinson (origin)

Sturdi-Bilt

Interstate carrier
USDOT
686381
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Hershberger Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2203765
MC
764665
Based in
Buhler, KS 67522 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Pelkey Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1576340
MC
807128
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Fifth Wheel Yard & Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1439045
MC
543763
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67502 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Titan

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3869702
MC
1416343
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Kjb Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3131693
MC
93492
Based in
Inman, KS 67546 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Truth Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4000094
MC
1503123
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Childs Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4272049
MC
1659255
Based in
Hutchinson, KS 67501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All 21 movers in Hutchinson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 404 movers in Elgin

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,520 to $2,260 for a studio, $2,270 to $3,380 for a one-bedroom, $3,790 to $5,640 for a two-bedroom, $6,070 to $9,020 for a three-bedroom and $8,340 to $12,410 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elgin from Hutchinson?

About 680 road miles (576 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 25 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 Kansas 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 Hutchinson to Elgin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,000 to $1,410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,390. 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 Hutchinson–Elgin corridor.