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

Movers from Raleigh to Elgin

About 795 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,160–$6,180, delivery in 2–5 days, 739 carriers on the Raleigh side and 404 in Elgin.

  • 795 miroad distance
  • 14 h 24 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,160–$6,1802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 795 miles (674 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 24 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
739 (399 interstate)
Movers at destination
404 (329 interstate)

Reverse: Elgin → Raleigh

Moving from Raleigh to Elgin is a long-distance move of roughly 795 road miles, heading northwest from North Carolina to Illinois.

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 $4,160 to $6,180 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 14 h 24 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 404 around Elgin (329 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 Elgin.

Raleigh has a population of about 506,306 and Elgin about 115,476. The two cities have comparable density (3,179 and 3,021 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 Elgin

Full-service estimate for 795 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,660 $2,030 $2,470
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,490 $3,040 $3,710
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,160 $5,070 $6,180
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,650 $8,110 $9,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,140 $11,150 $13,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,120–$1,580

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

Portable container

$1,730–$2,540

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

Full-service mover

$4,160–$6,180

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Raleigh, NC → Elgin, 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 Elgin (destination)

Boy O Boy High Gloss

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4369508
MC
1711156
Based in
Elgin, IL 60120 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12,037 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (331) 210-2039 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pava Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2209504
MC
766662
Based in
Bartlett, IL 60103 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
300 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (773) 312-7560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1538326
MC
572473
Based in
Carol Stream, IL 60185 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Father & Son Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2003220
MC
707027
Based in
East Dundee, IL 60118 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
260 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (720) 641-9939 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universe Carrier INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2124287
MC
740221
Based in
Huntley, IL 60142 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
210 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (773) 577-5795 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Fleet Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3982601
MC
1491592
Based in
Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
210 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (224) 998-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Agi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2019189
MC
890687
Based in
Schaumburg, IL 60173 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
167 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Route Verify on FMCSA

Ue Line INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2790763
MC
930850
Based in
Elgin, IL 60123 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
165 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (773) 657-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 404 movers in Elgin

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Raleigh to Elgin?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,660 to $2,470 for a studio, $2,490 to $3,710 for a one-bedroom, $4,160 to $6,180 for a two-bedroom, $6,650 to $9,890 for a three-bedroom and $9,140 to $13,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Elgin from Raleigh?

About 795 road miles (674 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 24 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 Elgin?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,120 to $1,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,730 to $2,540. 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–Elgin corridor.