Odessa, TX → Carbondale, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Odessa to Carbondale

About 998 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,690–$6,970, delivery in 2–5 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 34 in Carbondale.

998 miroad distance
17 h 54 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,690–$6,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Odessa, Texas
To: Carbondale, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 998 miles (846 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 54 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination: 34 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Carbondale → Odessa

Moving from Odessa to Carbondale is a long-distance move of roughly 998 road miles, heading northeast from Texas 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 $4,690 to $6,970 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 17 h 54 min.

On the Odessa side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (42 of them authorized for interstate work), and 34 around Carbondale (24 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 Carbondale.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and Carbondale about 22,000. Odessa is considerably denser (2,239 people per square mile versus 1,435), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Note that Illinois does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to Carbondale

Full-service estimate for 998 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,870	$2,290	$2,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,810	$3,430	$4,180
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,690	$5,720	$6,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,500	$9,150	$11,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,310	$12,580	$15,340

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,480–$2,080

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

Portable container

$1,910–$2,810

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

Full-service mover

$4,690–$6,970

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Odessa (origin)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Henry Corporation

USDOT: 2195497
MC: 761954
Based in: Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (432) 770-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3234824
MC: 1084110
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 316-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT: 1790390
MC: 779115
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 817981
MC: 265731
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hulk Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3194237
MC: 139812
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (432) 257-7439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rw Logistics And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2531647
MC: 879835
Based in: Odessa, TX 79766 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (682) 206-4162 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327757
MC: 1071482
Based in: Midland, TX 79707 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northmen Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3542877
MC: 1183565
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Odessa

Near Carbondale (destination)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 214203
MC: 160321
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (618) 988-1621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124296
MC: 36854
Based in: Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 684-3166 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 78400
MC: 227559
Based in: Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 351-1616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burford Trucking LLC

USDOT: 709405
MC: 327994
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (618) 579-8587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273061
MC: 776313
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (618) 942-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mohammad Ali Agha

USDOT: 831830
MC: 365197
Based in: Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (618) 565-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4345279
MC: 1698307
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (618) 253-9275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330971
MC: 1061482
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (618) 751-5577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 34 movers in Carbondale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Odessa to Carbondale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,870 to $2,790 for a studio, $2,810 to $4,180 for a one-bedroom, $4,690 to $6,970 for a two-bedroom, $7,500 to $11,160 for a three-bedroom and $10,310 to $15,340 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carbondale from Odessa?

About 998 road miles (846 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 54 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 Texas 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 Odessa to Carbondale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,480 to $2,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,910 to $2,810. 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 Odessa–Carbondale corridor.