Montgomery, AL → Rockford, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Montgomery to Rockford

About 828 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,090–$6,090, delivery in 2–5 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 120 in Rockford.

828 miroad distance
14 h 59 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,090–$6,0902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montgomery, Alabama
To: Rockford, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 828 miles (702 straight-line)
Drive time: 14 h 59 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (85 interstate)

Reverse: Rockford → Montgomery

Moving from Montgomery to Rockford is a long-distance move of roughly 828 road miles, heading north from Alabama 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 $4,090 to $6,090 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 14 h 59 min.

On the Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 120 around Rockford (85 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 Rockford.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and Rockford about 147,384. Rockford is the denser city (2,305 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to Rockford

Full-service estimate for 828 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,640	$2,000	$2,430
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,450	$2,990	$3,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,090
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,550	$7,980	$9,740
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,000	$10,980	$13,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,150–$1,620

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

Portable container

$1,760–$2,590

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

Full-service mover

$4,090–$6,090

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 Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near Rockford (destination)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1505243
MC: 641341
Based in: Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 975-9303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kevcor Services INC

USDOT: 1822310
MC: 655586
Based in: Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (815) 633-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2875835
MC: 965018
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (815) 670-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2058233
MC: 720327
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (815) 209-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 633271
MC: 299681
Based in: Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (815) 395-0060 Verify on FMCSA

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 598474
MC: 798275
Based in: Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (815) 645-8360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 725998
MC: 332256
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (815) 398-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3754628
MC: 1334231
Based in: Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (833) 412-2848 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Rockford

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Rockford if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to Rockford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,640 to $2,430 for a studio, $2,450 to $3,650 for a one-bedroom, $4,090 to $6,090 for a two-bedroom, $6,550 to $9,740 for a three-bedroom and $9,000 to $13,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rockford from Montgomery?

About 828 road miles (702 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 59 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 Alabama 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 Montgomery to Rockford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,150 to $1,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,760 to $2,590. 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 Montgomery–Rockford corridor.