Oak Park, IL → Peoria, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from Oak Park to Peoria

About 145 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,210–$3,280, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,244 carriers on the Oak Park side and 42 in Peoria.

145 miroad distance
3 h 12 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,210–$3,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Oak Park, Illinois
To: Peoria, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 145 miles (123 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 12 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Illinois)
Movers at origin: 1,244 (906 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Oak Park

Moving from Oak Park to Peoria is a short-haul move of roughly 145 road miles, heading southwest within Illinois.

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 12 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,210 and $3,280, before packing or storage.

On the Oak Park side there are 1,244 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (906 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Peoria (29 interstate). For an in-state 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 Peoria.

Oak Park has a population of about 54,000 and Peoria about 110,920. Oak Park is considerably denser (11,613 people per square mile versus 2,357), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Oak Park to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 145 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,580	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,320	$1,610	$1,970
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,210	$2,690	$3,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,530	$4,310	$5,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,850	$5,920	$7,220

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

$2,210–$3,280

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Oak Park (origin)

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

Near Peoria (destination)

Risinger Bros Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 244981
MC: 172510
Based in: Morton, IL 61550 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (309) 266-9555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glick Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1111183
MC: 456276
Based in: Washington, IL 61571 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (309) 303-0449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Federal Logistics L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 201739
MC: 157311
Based in: East Peoria, IL 61611 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Federal Johnson Moving & Storage Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 447586
MC: 243640
Based in: Normal, IL 61611 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Junk Truck Peoriatwo Men And A Junk Truck Roc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hometown Companies INC

USDOT: 4303543
MC: 1676362
Based in: Peoria, IL 61615 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kemper Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 608763
MC: 292547
Based in: Peoria, IL 61606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (309) 678-8365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strugglz

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Strugglz Holdings Co

USDOT: 4317988
MC: 1684208
Based in: Peoria, IL 61615 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (309) 219-9980 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahm3d Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4060307
MC: 1540480
Based in: Peoria, IL 61604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 616-6632 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,320 to $1,970 for a one-bedroom, $2,210 to $3,280 for a two-bedroom, $3,530 to $5,250 for a three-bedroom and $4,850 to $7,220 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Oak Park?

About 145 road miles (123 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 12 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Oak Park and Peoria are in Illinois, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Oak Park to Peoria?

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 Oak Park–Peoria corridor.