Schaumburg, IL → Kalamazoo, MI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Schaumburg to Kalamazoo

About 152 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,150–$3,200, delivery in 1–2 days, 911 carriers on the Schaumburg side and 128 in Kalamazoo.

152 miroad distance
3 h 19 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,150–$3,2002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Schaumburg, Illinois
To: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Road distance: ≈ 152 miles (129 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 19 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 911 (744 interstate)
Movers at destination: 128 (47 interstate)

Reverse: Kalamazoo → Schaumburg

Kalamazoo sits about 152 miles east of Schaumburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Michigan 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 $2,150 to $3,200 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 19 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 128 around Kalamazoo (47 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 Kalamazoo.

Schaumburg has a population of about 78,000 and Kalamazoo about 73,000. Schaumburg is considerably denser (4,069 people per square mile versus 2,981), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Michigan 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 Schaumburg to Kalamazoo

Full-service estimate for 152 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,240	$1,520	$1,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,290	$1,570	$1,920
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,150	$2,620	$3,200
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,440	$4,190	$5,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,730	$5,760	$7,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$430

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,700

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

Full-service mover

$2,150–$3,200

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

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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 Kalamazoo (destination)

McEnroe Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3173051
MC: 120067
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (877) 848-0678 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Haulingkzoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jabco LLC

USDOT: 3014914
MC: 64517
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (269) 215-8000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Byholt INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1568646
MC: 749182
Based in: Vicksburg, MI 49097 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (269) 649-1999 Route Verify on FMCSA

Terry'S Road Service INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Terry'S Tranportation INC

USDOT: 1181650
MC: 470893
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49048 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (269) 375-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckkalamazoo

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Koho LLC

USDOT: 1003748
MC: 418644
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (269) 488-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mulder'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 270885
MC: 28187
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49004 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (269) 344-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Storage Company

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 709918
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (269) 345-6111 Route Verify on FMCSA

S And S Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2630230
MC: 920053
Based in: Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (269) 459-6654 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 128 movers in Kalamazoo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,290 to $1,920 for a one-bedroom, $2,150 to $3,200 for a two-bedroom, $3,440 to $5,110 for a three-bedroom and $4,730 to $7,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kalamazoo from Schaumburg?

About 152 road miles (129 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 19 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Michigan 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 Kalamazoo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,700. 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–Kalamazoo corridor.