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Lexington, KY → Chicago, IL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Lexington to Chicago

About 369 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,870–$4,260, delivery in 1–3 days, 189 carriers on the Lexington side and 2,923 in Chicago.

  • 369 miroad distance
  • 7 h 4 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,870–$4,2602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 369 miles (313 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 4 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
189 (71 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,923 (2,209 interstate)

Reverse: Chicago → Lexington

Chicago sits about 369 miles northwest of Lexington, which makes this an interstate relocation from Kentucky to Illinois that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,870 to $4,260 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 7 h 4 min.

On the Lexington side there are 189 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (71 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,923 around Chicago (2,209 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 Chicago.

Lexington has a population of about 329,751 and Chicago about 2.7 million. Chicago is the denser city (12,061 people per square mile versus 1,137 in Lexington), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lexington to Chicago

Full-service estimate for 369 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,480 $1,800
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,720 $2,100 $2,560
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,870 $3,500 $4,260
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,590 $5,590 $6,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,310 $7,690 $9,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$750

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,980

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

Full-service mover

$2,870–$4,260

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Lexington, KY → Chicago, IL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Lexington (origin)

Phoenix Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
554279
MC
273095
Based in
Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
68 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (502) 863-0108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vascor LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
949444
MC
213549
Based in
Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
27 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (502) 570-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wildcat Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kentucky Logistics LLC

USDOT
3406146
MC
1097235
Based in
Lexington, KY 40505 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (859) 336-1599 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elkchester Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1106494
MC
403461
Based in
Lexington, KY 40508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (859) 254-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fedtrans INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1200180
MC
507251
Based in
Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (916) 904-2378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lexington Kentucky

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Dragon 1 LLC

USDOT
4051348
MC
1535271
Based in
Lexington, KY 40504 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (859) 554-4616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vincent Fister INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
63040
MC
126987
Based in
Lexington, KY 40509 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (859) 266-2153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighters Move U

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Firefighters Move U Ky

USDOT
3413143
MC
1649036
Based in
Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (859) 492-8067 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 189 movers in Lexington

Near Chicago (destination)

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2559423
MC
892806
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (847) 881-0432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
976560
MC
415186
Based in
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (708) 398-6237 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hub Group Dedicated LLC

USDOT
801828
MC
357193
Based in
Oak Brook, IL 60523 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (630) 271-3600 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 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985
Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liv Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2196716
MC
762386
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (708) 401-7441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Celtic Cartage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1197429
MC
476351
Based in
Palos Hills, IL 60465 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (708) 974-1405 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,923 movers in Chicago

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lexington to Chicago?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,800 for a studio, $1,720 to $2,560 for a one-bedroom, $2,870 to $4,260 for a two-bedroom, $4,590 to $6,820 for a three-bedroom and $6,310 to $9,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chicago from Lexington?

About 369 road miles (313 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 4 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 Kentucky 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 Lexington to Chicago?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,980. 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 Lexington–Chicago corridor.