Jonesboro, AR → Springfield, IL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Jonesboro to Springfield

About 331 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,700–$4,020, delivery in 1–3 days, 42 carriers on the Jonesboro side and 58 in Springfield.

331 miroad distance
6 h 24 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,700–$4,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Jonesboro, Arkansas
To: Springfield, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 331 miles (280 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Jonesboro

Moving from Jonesboro to Springfield is a regional long-distance move of roughly 331 road miles, heading north from Arkansas 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 $2,700 to $4,020 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 24 min.

On the Jonesboro side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 58 around Springfield (45 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 Springfield.

Jonesboro has a population of about 81,000 and Springfield about 112,989. Springfield is the denser city (1,872 people per square mile versus 980 in Jonesboro), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Arkansas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Jonesboro to Springfield

Full-service estimate for 331 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,200	$1,460	$1,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,620	$1,980	$2,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,700	$3,300	$4,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,330	$5,270	$6,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,950	$7,250	$8,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$490–$690

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

Portable container

$1,320–$1,930

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

Full-service mover

$2,700–$4,020

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 Jonesboro (origin)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 906107
MC: 392769
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (870) 275-7120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687249
MC: 319261
Based in: Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (870) 336-9042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2912340
MC: 1170005
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 203-6255 Route Verify on FMCSA

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1376503
MC: 525505
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (870) 933-6236 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2919912
MC: 984411
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 761-9550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694025
MC: 622049
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (870) 277-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Cooper Farms INC

USDOT: 4243814
MC: 1643841
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (870) 897-1989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2011807
MC: 745116
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (870) 680-3023 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

Near Springfield (destination)

Lightspeed Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3463470
MC: 1137096
Based in: Sherman, IL 62684 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (309) 275-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dodik Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1371987
MC: 524365
Based in: Springfield, IL 62704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 202-5008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cavalier Cartage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 874456
MC: 519534
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (217) 652-2075 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hillier Storage & Moving Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 607202
MC: 292145
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (217) 525-8550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tuxhorn Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 732994
MC: 769644
Based in: Springfield, IL 62702 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (217) 522-8211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peters Family Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1750866
MC: 641234
Based in: New Berlin, IL 62670 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (217) 341-6189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Moovers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4533601
MC: 1797987
Based in: Springfield, IL 62707 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (217) 725-6536 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4149348
MC: 1592549
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (920) 841-6516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Springfield

Tips for this move

Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.
Book four to six weeks out for summer dates on the Jonesboro–Springfield corridor.
Photograph high-value items before loading and keep the inventory sheet the crew gives you.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Jonesboro to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,620 to $2,410 for a one-bedroom, $2,700 to $4,020 for a two-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a three-bedroom and $5,950 to $8,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Jonesboro?

About 331 road miles (280 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 24 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Arkansas 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 Jonesboro to Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $490 to $690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,320 to $1,930. 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 Jonesboro–Springfield corridor.