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

Movers from Rockford to Prescott

About 1,612 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,250–$9,300, delivery in 5–10 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 32 in Prescott.

1,612 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,250–$9,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rockford, Illinois
To: Prescott, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 1,612 miles (1,366 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination: 32 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Prescott → Rockford

Moving from Rockford to Prescott is a cross-country move of roughly 1,612 road miles, heading west from Illinois to Arizona.

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 $6,250 to $9,300 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 28 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 32 around Prescott (13 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 Prescott.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and Prescott about 47,000. Rockford is considerably denser (2,305 people per square mile versus 931), 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 Prescott

Full-service estimate for 1,612 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,500	$3,050	$3,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,750	$4,570	$5,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,250	$7,620	$9,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,000	$12,200	$14,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,750	$16,770	$20,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,250–$9,300

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 Prescott (destination)

Bunker Sawmill LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687189
MC: 319210
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (928) 445-2374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Overall Moving Az

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4322387
MC: 1686812
Based in: Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (928) 277-5822 Route Verify on FMCSA

Movingon LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3244801
MC: 1130380
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86301 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 910-6235 Route Verify on FMCSA

Run And See Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Run And See Moving Assistants LLC

USDOT: 3310584
MC: 1051514
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (928) 848-5561 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cts

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Trucking Services LLC

USDOT: 3338136
MC: 1064964
Based in: Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (626) 557-5934 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moore Reliable Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 9230429
MC: 56867896
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (480) 768-8824 Route Verify on FMCSA

McWhites North American

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: McWhites Transfer INC

USDOT: 533395
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (928) 772-9854 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank & Jesse James Moving

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Bianconi Properties LLC

USDOT: 1900966
Based in: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (928) 445-5688 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Prescott

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,720 for a studio, $3,750 to $5,580 for a one-bedroom, $6,250 to $9,300 for a two-bedroom, $10,000 to $14,880 for a three-bedroom and $13,750 to $20,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Prescott from Rockford?

About 1,612 road miles (1,366 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 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 Prescott?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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–Prescott corridor.