Rockford, IL → Evanston, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from Rockford to Evanston

About 85 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,490–$2,210, delivery in 1–2 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 739 in Evanston.

85 miroad distance
2 h 10 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,490–$2,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rockford, Illinois
To: Evanston, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 85 miles (72 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 10 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Illinois)
Movers at origin: 120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination: 739 (527 interstate)

Reverse: Evanston → Rockford

The route from Rockford, IL to Evanston, IL covers roughly 85 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,490 and $2,210, before packing or storage.

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 739 around Evanston (527 interstate). For an in-state 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 Evanston.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and Evanston about 78,000. Evanston is the denser city (10,041 people per square mile versus 2,305 in Rockford), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Rockford to Evanston

Full-service estimate for 85 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$850	$1,030	$1,260
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$960	$1,170	$1,430
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,490	$1,810	$2,210
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,240	$3,950	$4,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$240–$330

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

Portable container

$1,100–$1,610

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

Full-service mover

$1,490–$2,210

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 Evanston (destination)

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 781203
MC: 332177
Based in: Northlake, IL 60164 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

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

Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 258748
MC: 162485
Based in: Chicago, IL 60646 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pure Freight Lines LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2564216
MC: 334497
Based in: Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 174 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (312) 724-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delta Freight Systems LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1257876
MC: 491945
Based in: Des Plaines, IL 60018 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 148 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (847) 378-8912 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lucky Wheels LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3218419
MC: 1006688
Based in: Mt Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Route Verify on FMCSA

Whimsy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 653783
MC: 307712
Based in: Mount Prospect, IL 60056 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 142 trucks, 142 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (847) 690-1246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Iq Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3634558
MC: 1246501
Based in: Des Plaines, IL 60016 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (773) 766-9152 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 739 movers in Evanston

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $850 to $1,260 for a studio, $960 to $1,430 for a one-bedroom, $1,490 to $2,210 for a two-bedroom, $2,230 to $3,320 for a three-bedroom and $3,240 to $4,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Evanston from Rockford?

About 85 road miles (72 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 10 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Rockford and Evanston are in Illinois, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Rockford to Evanston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $240 to $330 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,100 to $1,610. 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 Rockford–Evanston corridor.