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Rockford, IL → St. Louis, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Rockford to St. Louis

About 304 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,660–$3,960, delivery in 1–3 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 645 in St. Louis.

  • 304 miroad distance
  • 5 h 57 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,660–$3,9602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 304 miles (258 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 57 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination
645 (464 interstate)

Reverse: St. Louis → Rockford

St. Louis sits about 304 miles south of Rockford, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Missouri that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,660 to $3,960 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 5 h 57 min.

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 645 around St. Louis (464 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 St. Louis.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and St. Louis about 278,144. St. Louis is the denser city (4,888 people per square mile versus 2,305 in Rockford), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Rockford to St. Louis

Full-service estimate for 304 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,220 $1,490 $1,820
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,600 $1,950 $2,380
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,660 $3,250 $3,960
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,260 $5,190 $6,340
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,860 $7,140 $8,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$460–$650

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

Portable container

$1,290–$1,900

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

Full-service mover

$2,660–$3,960

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

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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 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 St. Louis (destination)

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1808215
MC
657151
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered
2008
Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT
2096411
MC
731267
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT
1137660
MC
458854
Based in
Bridgeton, MO 63044 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: United Van Lines LLC

USDOT
77949
MC
67234
Based in
Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4,731 trucks, 3,424 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aero Mayflower Transit Company

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mayflower Transit LLC

USDOT
125563
Based in
Fenton, MO 63026 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
769 trucks, 1,472 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (636) 305-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hoffmann Brothers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4305016
MC
1677181
Based in
Saint Louis, MO 63144 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
292 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (314) 281-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trekker

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trekker Logistics LLC

USDOT
146458
MC
146209
Based in
Caseyville, IL 62232 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
200 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (618) 623-0057 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aa Express & Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1507798
MC
565492
Based in
Saint Louis, MO 63147 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
157 trucks, 157 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (314) 544-7475 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in St. Louis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Rockford to St. Louis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,820 for a studio, $1,600 to $2,380 for a one-bedroom, $2,660 to $3,960 for a two-bedroom, $4,260 to $6,340 for a three-bedroom and $5,860 to $8,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Louis from Rockford?

About 304 road miles (258 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 57 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Missouri 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 St. Louis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $460 to $650 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,290 to $1,900. 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–St. Louis corridor.