Chicago, IL

Pueblo, CO → Chicago, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Pueblo to Chicago

About 1,094 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,170–$7,690, delivery in 3–7 days, 44 carriers on the Pueblo side and 2,923 in Chicago.

  • 1,094 miroad distance
  • 19 h 34 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,170–$7,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,094 miles (927 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 34 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
44 (20 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,923 (2,209 interstate)

Reverse: Chicago → Pueblo

Chicago sits about 1,094 miles east of Pueblo, which makes this an interstate relocation from Colorado to Illinois that most movers classify as a 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 $5,170 to $7,690 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 19 h 34 min.

On the Pueblo side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (20 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,923 around Chicago (2,209 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 Chicago.

Pueblo has a population of about 110,404 and Chicago about 2.7 million. Chicago is the denser city (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,019 in Pueblo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pueblo to Chicago

Full-service estimate for 1,094 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,070 $2,520 $3,080
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,100 $3,780 $4,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,170 $6,310 $7,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,270 $10,090 $12,310
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,380 $13,870 $16,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,220

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

Portable container

$2,000–$2,940

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

Full-service mover

$5,170–$7,690

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 Pueblo (origin)

Plh Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1828818
MC
663370
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Port 2 Port

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3782812
MC
1354776
Based in
Pueblo West, CO 81007 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Hodortransports

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258714
MC
1651938
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Faith Bros Connex LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4258773
MC
1651974
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Clc Truckin

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2099889
MC
732429
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Dams Truckingtransportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3967383
MC
1672464
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Brandon Elam Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1734401
MC
635320
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81003 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Lokono Industries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4133054
MC
1583051
Based in
Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 44 movers in Pueblo

Near Chicago (destination)

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2559423
MC
892806
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
976560
MC
415186
Based in
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
801828
MC
357193
Based in
Oak Brook, IL 60523 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Fx

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1194542
MC
471387
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
258748
MC
162485
Based in
Chicago, IL 60646 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985

Liv Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2196716
MC
762386
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Celtic Cartage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1197429
MC
476351
Based in
Palos Hills, IL 60465 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pueblo to Chicago?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,100 to $4,620 for a one-bedroom, $5,170 to $7,690 for a two-bedroom, $8,270 to $12,310 for a three-bedroom and $11,380 to $16,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chicago from Pueblo?

About 1,094 road miles (927 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 34 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Colorado 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 Pueblo to Chicago?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,000 to $2,940. 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 Pueblo–Chicago corridor.