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Oak Park, IL

Muskegon, MI → Oak Park, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from Muskegon to Oak Park

About 143 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,120–$3,150, delivery in 1–2 days, 55 carriers on the Muskegon side and 1,244 in Oak Park.

  • 143 miroad distance
  • 3 h 10 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,120–$3,1502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 143 miles (121 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 10 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
55 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,244 (906 interstate)

Reverse: Oak Park → Muskegon

Oak Park sits about 143 miles southwest of Muskegon, which makes this an interstate relocation from Michigan to Illinois that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,120 and $3,150, before packing or storage.

On the Muskegon side there are 55 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,244 around Oak Park (906 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 Oak Park.

Muskegon has a population of about 38,000 and Oak Park about 54,000. Oak Park is the denser city (11,613 people per square mile versus 2,709 in Muskegon), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Muskegon to Oak Park

Full-service estimate for 143 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,240 $1,520 $1,850
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,270 $1,550 $1,890
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,120 $2,580 $3,150
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,380 $4,130 $5,040
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,650 $5,680 $6,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,120–$3,150

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 Muskegon (origin)

Intra City Dispatch INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
474716
MC
198126
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (231) 739-6270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steadfast Shipping

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Steadfast Shipping LLC

USDOT
423654
MC
516749
Based in
Nunica, MI 49448 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (616) 842-1392 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brockstar Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2022408
MC
962557
Based in
Norton Shores, MI 49444 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (231) 744-9561 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Michigan Dirtworks LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1924914
MC
1583638
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49442 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (231) 788-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ricdas LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2189615
MC
760009
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (989) 817-2060 Route Verify on FMCSA

S&t Expediting LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3634075
MC
1246148
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (231) 343-4089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aidan Trucking

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3676194
MC
1276759
Based in
Muskegon, MI 49445 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (231) 638-1053 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Always Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3122307
MC
88656
Based in
Michigan, MI 49441 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (231) 578-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Muskegon

Near Oak Park (destination)

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (6 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 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (630) 271-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2559423
MC
892806
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (847) 881-0432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ig Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1928967
MC
689501
Based in
Addison, IL 60101 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
483 trucks, 388 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (847) 929-4487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
976560
MC
415186
Based in
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (708) 398-6237 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 (6 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 (8 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 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (708) 401-7441 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,244 movers in Oak Park

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Muskegon to Oak Park?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,270 to $1,890 for a one-bedroom, $2,120 to $3,150 for a two-bedroom, $3,380 to $5,040 for a three-bedroom and $4,650 to $6,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oak Park from Muskegon?

About 143 road miles (121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Michigan 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 Muskegon to Oak Park?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Muskegon–Oak Park corridor.