Schaumburg, IL → Harrisonburg, VA · Long-distance move

Movers from Schaumburg to Harrisonburg

About 643 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,920–$5,840, delivery in 2–5 days, 911 carriers on the Schaumburg side and 71 in Harrisonburg.

643 miroad distance
11 h 47 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,920–$5,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Schaumburg, Illinois
To: Harrisonburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 643 miles (545 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 47 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 911 (744 interstate)
Movers at destination: 71 (53 interstate)

Reverse: Harrisonburg → Schaumburg

The route from Schaumburg, IL to Harrisonburg, VA covers roughly 643 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $3,920 to $5,840 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 11 h 47 min.

On the Schaumburg side there are 911 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (744 of them authorized for interstate work), and 71 around Harrisonburg (53 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 Harrisonburg.

Schaumburg has a population of about 78,000 and Harrisonburg about 52,000. Schaumburg is considerably denser (4,069 people per square mile versus 2,989), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Schaumburg to Harrisonburg

Full-service estimate for 643 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,570	$1,910	$2,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,350	$2,870	$3,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,920	$4,790	$5,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,280	$7,660	$9,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,630	$10,530	$12,840

Rental truck (DIY)

$960–$1,360

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

Portable container

$1,590–$2,340

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

Full-service mover

$3,920–$5,840

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Schaumburg (origin)

Pava Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2209504
MC: 766662
Based in: Bartlett, IL 60103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 300 trucks, 155 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (773) 312-7560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ig Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1928967
MC: 689501
Based in: Addison, IL 60101 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 483 trucks, 388 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (847) 929-4487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Boy O Boy High Gloss

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4369508
MC: 1711156
Based in: Elgin, IL 60120 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12,037 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (331) 210-2039 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

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 781203
MC: 332177
Based in: Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Father & Son Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2003220
MC: 707027
Based in: East Dundee, IL 60118 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 260 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (720) 641-9939 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

United Fleet Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3982601
MC: 1491592
Based in: Schaumburg, IL 60173 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 210 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (224) 998-9896 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Near Harrisonburg (destination)

Crosby Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 32052
MC: 142823
Based in: Mt Sidney, VA 24467 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 234-9268 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 465237
MC: 220297
Based in: Weyers Cave, VA 24486 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (540) 234-9185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prestige Auto Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Prestige Auto LLC

USDOT: 1306068
MC: 506578
Based in: Mount Crawford, VA 22841 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 442-1993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunset Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1412509
MC: 534955
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (866) 429-1415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Infinit Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1762150
MC: 644105
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (540) 746-7434 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bg Flash Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2571950
MC: 903775
Based in: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 560-4144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Croy Building And Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1956900
MC: 1784413
Based in: Elkton, VA 22827 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (540) 298-5086 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jl Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532178
MC: 1176260
Based in: Rockingham, VA 22801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 818-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Harrisonburg

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Harrisonburg if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Schaumburg to Harrisonburg?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,570 to $2,340 for a studio, $2,350 to $3,500 for a one-bedroom, $3,920 to $5,840 for a two-bedroom, $6,280 to $9,340 for a three-bedroom and $8,630 to $12,840 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Harrisonburg from Schaumburg?

About 643 road miles (545 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 47 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 Illinois into Virginia 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 Schaumburg to Harrisonburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $960 to $1,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,590 to $2,340. 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 Schaumburg–Harrisonburg corridor.