Rockford, IL → Buckeye, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Rockford to Buckeye

About 1,672 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,350–$9,450, delivery in 5–10 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 87 in Buckeye.

1,672 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,350–$9,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rockford, Illinois
To: Buckeye, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,672 miles (1,417 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination: 87 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Buckeye → Rockford

The route from Rockford, IL to Buckeye, AZ covers roughly 1,672 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,350 to $9,450 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 29 hours (4 driving days).

On the Rockford side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (85 of them authorized for interstate work), and 87 around Buckeye (50 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 Buckeye.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and Buckeye about 125,445. Rockford is considerably denser (2,305 people per square mile versus 233), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Rockford to Buckeye

Full-service estimate for 1,672 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,810	$4,650	$5,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,350	$7,740	$9,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,160	$12,390	$15,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,970	$17,030	$20,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,320–$3,270

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

Portable container

$2,510–$3,690

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

Full-service mover

$6,350–$9,450

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Rockford (origin)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1505243
MC: 641341
Based in: Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 975-9303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kevcor Services INC

USDOT: 1822310
MC: 655586
Based in: Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (815) 633-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2875835
MC: 965018
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (815) 670-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2058233
MC: 720327
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (815) 209-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 633271
MC: 299681
Based in: Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (815) 395-0060 Verify on FMCSA

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 598474
MC: 798275
Based in: Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (815) 645-8360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 725998
MC: 332256
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (815) 398-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3754628
MC: 1334231
Based in: Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (833) 412-2848 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Rockford

Near Buckeye (destination)

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2556837
MC: 891686
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 714-0266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1670482
MC: 613997
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (602) 459-1025 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lecher Farm Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3317966
MC: 1055190
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 882-9964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chapiz Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4048374
MC: 1533506
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 832-1661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperio Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3645767
MC: 1254663
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (480) 938-4770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gps Translink LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322459
MC: 1057458
Based in: Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 206-8577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718304
MC: 1307761
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (479) 790-0298 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rafael Torres Jr

USDOT: 886646
MC: 438405
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (661) 343-2830 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 87 movers in Buckeye

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rockford to Buckeye?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,670 for a one-bedroom, $6,350 to $9,450 for a two-bedroom, $10,160 to $15,110 for a three-bedroom and $13,970 to $20,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buckeye from Rockford?

About 1,672 road miles (1,417 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Illinois into Arizona 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 Rockford to Buckeye?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,320 to $3,270 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,510 to $3,690. 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 Rockford–Buckeye corridor.