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Raleigh, NC → Bloomington, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Raleigh to Bloomington

About 762 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,070–$6,060, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 31 in Bloomington.

  • 762 miroad distance
  • 13 h 50 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,070–$6,0602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 762 miles (646 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 50 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
31 (20 interstate)

Reverse: Bloomington → Raleigh

Bloomington sits about 762 miles northwest of Raleigh, which makes this an interstate relocation from North Carolina 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 $4,070 to $6,060 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 13 h 50 min.

On the Raleigh side there are 739 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (399 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.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Bloomington about 79,000. The two cities have comparable density (3,179 and 2,902 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Illinois is a higher-cost state than North Carolina, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Raleigh to Bloomington

Full-service estimate for 762 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,630 $1,990 $2,420
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,440 $2,980 $3,640
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,070 $4,970 $6,060
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,520 $7,950 $9,700
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,960 $10,930 $13,330

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,080–$1,530

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

Portable container

$1,700–$2,500

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

Full-service mover

$4,070–$6,060

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → Bloomington, IL. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Raleigh (origin)

1800packrat

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 1-800-Pack-Rat LLC

USDOT
1534531
MC
648624
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
345 trucks, 420 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (919) 488-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

2u2day Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3434201
MC
1114105
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
70 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (919) 609-1544 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Relocation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: All American Relocation INC

USDOT
917428
MC
397148
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27610 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (919) 256-7193 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zippy Shell

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Forward Moving LLC

USDOT
2574332
MC
935064
Based in
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
35 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (702) 418-3321 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Boy And His Truck Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3996385
MC
1500731
Based in
Raleigh, NC 27616 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (252) 649-5070 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2939017
MC
98627
Based in
Morrisville, NC 27560 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4196166
MC
1617931
Based in
Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4232130
MC
1637508
Based in
Cary, NC 27518 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Raleigh

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 Raleigh to Bloomington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,630 to $2,420 for a studio, $2,440 to $3,640 for a one-bedroom, $4,070 to $6,060 for a two-bedroom, $6,520 to $9,700 for a three-bedroom and $8,960 to $13,330 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bloomington from Raleigh?

About 762 road miles (646 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 50 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 North Carolina 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 Raleigh to Bloomington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,080 to $1,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,700 to $2,500. 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 Raleigh–Bloomington corridor.