Peoria, IL → Cedar Rapids, IA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Peoria to Cedar Rapids

About 160 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,130–$3,180, delivery in 1–2 days, 42 carriers on the Peoria side and 96 in Cedar Rapids.

160 miroad distance
3 h 28 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,130–$3,1802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Peoria, Illinois
To: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Road distance: ≈ 160 miles (136 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 28 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination: 96 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Cedar Rapids → Peoria

Cedar Rapids sits about 160 miles northwest of Peoria, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Iowa 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 $2,130 to $3,180 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 28 min.

On the Peoria side there are 42 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (29 of them authorized for interstate work), and 96 around Cedar Rapids (57 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 Cedar Rapids.

Peoria has a population of about 110,920 and Cedar Rapids about 137,935. The two cities have comparable density (2,357 and 1,910 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Iowa than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Peoria to Cedar Rapids

Full-service estimate for 160 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,910
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,180
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,700	$5,730	$6,990

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$2,130–$3,180

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Peoria (origin)

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

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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

Near Cedar Rapids (destination)

Crst The Transportation Solution INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Crst Expedited INC

USDOT: 53773
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,362 trucks, 4,082 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 396-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

West Side Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 165881
MC: 160875
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3,127 trucks, 566 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (319) 390-4466 Route Verify on FMCSA

Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87390
MC: 45591
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 397-1296 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Berns Moving INC

USDOT: 2335297
MC: 797856
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (319) 362-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kac Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327728
MC: 1059946
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (319) 693-9043 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Glove Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wgm Logistic Group INC

USDOT: 4572249
MC: 1820278
Based in: Marion, IA 52302 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (319) 393-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Porter Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2427654
MC: 876222
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (319) 560-5050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Allebach Hauling Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3495753
MC: 1152036
Based in: Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (319) 777-9705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 96 movers in Cedar Rapids

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Peoria to Cedar Rapids?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,810 for a studio, $1,280 to $1,910 for a one-bedroom, $2,130 to $3,180 for a two-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,080 for a three-bedroom and $4,700 to $6,990 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cedar Rapids from Peoria?

About 160 road miles (136 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 28 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 Illinois into Iowa 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 Peoria to Cedar Rapids?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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 Peoria–Cedar Rapids corridor.