Springfield, MO

Peoria, IL → Springfield, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Peoria to Springfield

About 372 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,910–$4,320, delivery in 1–3 days, 42 carriers on the Peoria side and 135 in Springfield.

  • 372 miroad distance
  • 7 h 7 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,910–$4,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 372 miles (315 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 7 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
42 (29 interstate)
Movers at destination
135 (106 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Peoria

The route from Peoria, IL to Springfield, MO covers roughly 372 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,910 to $4,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 7 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 135 around Springfield (106 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 Springfield.

Peoria has a population of about 110,920 and Springfield about 169,847. The two cities have comparable density (2,357 and 2,053 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri 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 Springfield

Full-service estimate for 372 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,220 $1,490 $1,820
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,740 $2,130 $2,590
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,910 $3,540 $4,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,650 $5,670 $6,920
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,390 $7,800 $9,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$530–$750

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

Portable container

$1,350–$1,990

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

Full-service mover

$2,910–$4,320

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Strugglz

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

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

All 42 movers in Peoria

Near Springfield (destination)

Transland

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
614326
MC
294707
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
199 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Blc Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1573208
MC
582690
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Sgc Foodservice

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3849
MC
649433
Based in
Springfield, MO 65807 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
149 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Sierra Expediting INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1523843
MC
568961
Based in
Strafford, MO 65757 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
123 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Sierra Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3079298
MC
65737
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

B & M Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632357
MC
601951
Based in
Springfield, MO 65803 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Sentry Motor Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
876428
MC
383887
Based in
Willard, MO 65781 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Reznik Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2427133
MC
836389
Based in
Springfield, MO 65802 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 135 movers in Springfield

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Peoria to Springfield?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,820 for a studio, $1,740 to $2,590 for a one-bedroom, $2,910 to $4,320 for a two-bedroom, $4,650 to $6,920 for a three-bedroom and $6,390 to $9,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Peoria?

About 372 road miles (315 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 7 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Missouri 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 Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $530 to $750 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,350 to $1,990. 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–Springfield corridor.