Peoria, AZ → Bloomington, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Peoria to Bloomington

About 1,606 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,240–$9,290, delivery in 5–10 days, 392 carriers on the Peoria side and 31 in Bloomington.

1,606 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,240–$9,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Peoria, Arizona
To: Bloomington, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,606 miles (1,361 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Peoria

Bloomington sits about 1,606 miles northeast of Peoria, which makes this an interstate relocation from Arizona to Illinois that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,240 to $9,290 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Peoria side there are 392 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 of them authorized for interstate work), and 31 around Bloomington (20 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 Bloomington.

Peoria has a population of about 200,881 and Bloomington about 79,000. Bloomington is the denser city (2,902 people per square mile versus 1,085 in Peoria), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Peoria to Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 1,606 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,500	$3,040	$3,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,740	$4,570	$5,570
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,240	$7,610	$9,290
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,990	$12,180	$14,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,730	$16,750	$20,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,250–$3,180

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

Portable container

$2,450–$3,610

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

Full-service mover

$6,240–$9,290

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Peoria (origin)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coyoaz Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3408204
MC: 1098226
Based in: Anthem, AZ 85086 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 568-0708 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1580995
MC: 687455
Based in: El Mirage, AZ 85335 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (623) 500-2393 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1440220
MC: 544203
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (602) 800-8001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Wheel Trans Interstate LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2183121
MC: 757997
Based in: Glendale, AZ 85308 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (623) 931-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ctx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ctx LLC

USDOT: 3510559
MC: 1161846
Based in: Peoria, AZ 85382 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (602) 451-2737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3553372
MC: 1190836
Based in: Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (772) 777-0226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT: 2315604
MC: 101725
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Peoria

Near Bloomington (destination)

Nu-Way

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Nu-Way Transportation Services INC

USDOT: 568636
MC: 277852
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61705 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 308 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (309) 820-9797 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nussbaum Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 71317
MC: 120436
Based in: Hudson, IL 61748 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 621 trucks, 563 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (800) 322-7305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tank Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3734464
MC: 1319530
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (309) 684-0834 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trina'S Arms Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3939567
MC: 1462680
Based in: Normal, IL 61761 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (224) 562-9842 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahrens Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4114418
MC: 1572249
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (309) 532-5004 Route Verify on FMCSA

My Buddys Movin Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4307515
MC: 1693776
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (309) 530-1377 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freelance Mover

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freelance Mover LLC

USDOT: 4435303
MC: 1745747
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61701 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (972) 799-3027 Route Verify on FMCSA

Qualific Affiliates LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4167687
MC: 1602436
Based in: Bloomington, IL 61704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (630) 605-1393 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Bloomington

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,710 for a studio, $3,740 to $5,570 for a one-bedroom, $6,240 to $9,290 for a two-bedroom, $9,990 to $14,860 for a three-bedroom and $13,730 to $20,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Peoria?

About 1,606 road miles (1,361 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Arizona 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 Peoria to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,250 to $3,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,450 to $3,610. 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–Bloomington corridor.