Schaumburg, IL → Jacksonville, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Schaumburg to Jacksonville

About 1,042 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,890–$7,280, delivery in 3–7 days, 911 carriers on the Schaumburg side and 745 in Jacksonville.

1,042 miroad distance
18 h 40 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,890–$7,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Schaumburg, Illinois
To: Jacksonville, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,042 miles (883 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 40 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 911 (744 interstate)
Movers at destination: 745 (398 interstate)

Reverse: Jacksonville → Schaumburg

Jacksonville sits about 1,042 miles southeast of Schaumburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Florida that most movers classify as a 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 $4,890 to $7,280 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 18 h 40 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 745 around Jacksonville (398 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 Jacksonville.

Schaumburg has a population of about 78,000 and Jacksonville about 1 million. Schaumburg is considerably denser (4,069 people per square mile versus 1,271), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Schaumburg to Jacksonville

Full-service estimate for 1,042 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,960	$2,390	$2,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,940	$3,580	$4,370
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,890	$5,970	$7,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,830	$9,550	$11,650
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,760	$13,130	$16,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,520–$2,150

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

Portable container

$1,950–$2,870

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

Full-service mover

$4,890–$7,280

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 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

All 911 movers in Schaumburg

Near Jacksonville (destination)

Customized Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Customized Trucking Services INC

USDOT: 1938017
MC: 691357
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 244 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suddath Workplace Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Suddath Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 3527089
MC: 1172814
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 193 trucks, 151 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (904) 390-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aqua Gulf Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Spectrum Logistics INC

USDOT: 860442
MC: 335087
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 121 trucks, 121 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (800) 745-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Coast Imdl Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Customized Logistics Services INC

USDOT: 304746
MC: 177875
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 110 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (904) 726-4340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fr8 Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2407155
MC: 828211
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (904) 337-0389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rms Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1872248
MC: 676209
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32205 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (866) 237-9004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yk Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2087173
MC: 728376
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (904) 374-6517 Route Verify on FMCSA

1st Coast Cargo INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 794760
MC: 551868
Based in: Jacksonville, FL 32218 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (904) 328-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 745 movers in Jacksonville

Tips for this move

Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,960 to $2,910 for a studio, $2,940 to $4,370 for a one-bedroom, $4,890 to $7,280 for a two-bedroom, $7,830 to $11,650 for a three-bedroom and $10,760 to $16,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jacksonville from Schaumburg?

About 1,042 road miles (883 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 40 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Florida 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 Jacksonville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,520 to $2,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,950 to $2,870. 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–Jacksonville corridor.