Schaumburg, IL → Rochester, MN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Schaumburg to Rochester

About 308 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,800–$4,160, delivery in 1–3 days, 911 carriers on the Schaumburg side and 116 in Rochester.

308 miroad distance
6 h 1 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,800–$4,1602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Schaumburg, Illinois
To: Rochester, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 308 miles (261 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 1 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 911 (744 interstate)
Movers at destination: 116 (72 interstate)

Reverse: Rochester → Schaumburg

Rochester sits about 308 miles northwest of Schaumburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Minnesota 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 $2,800 to $4,160 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 6 h 1 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 116 around Rochester (72 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 Rochester.

Schaumburg has a population of about 78,000 and Rochester about 124,292. Schaumburg is considerably denser (4,069 people per square mile versus 2,187), 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 Rochester

Full-service estimate for 308 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,900
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,680	$2,050	$2,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,800	$3,410	$4,160
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,480	$5,460	$6,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,150	$7,510	$9,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$660

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

$2,800–$4,160

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

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Near Rochester (destination)

Steve Yaggy Specialized Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 291671
MC: 272806
Based in: Rochester, MN 55902 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (507) 282-1715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 587147
MC: 283784
Based in: Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (507) 281-9787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1561552
MC: 579169
Based in: Kasson, MN 55944 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (507) 634-2047 Route Verify on FMCSA

Piepho Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 286311
MC: 133951
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (507) 289-4515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Rochester Mn

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bennett Moving LLC

USDOT: 2468021
MC: 861017
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (507) 258-5558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kautz Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 717630
MC: 330197
Based in: Pine Island, MN 55963 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (507) 356-2425 Route Verify on FMCSA

Servicemaster Of Rochester

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Mesenburg Enterprises INC

USDOT: 1221281
Based in: Rochester, MN 55901 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (507) 282-5747 Route Verify on FMCSA

Channel One Regional Food Bank

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Channel One INC

USDOT: 682434
Based in: Rochester, MN 55904 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (507) 287-2350 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 116 movers in Rochester

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,280 to $1,900 for a studio, $1,680 to $2,500 for a one-bedroom, $2,800 to $4,160 for a two-bedroom, $4,480 to $6,660 for a three-bedroom and $6,150 to $9,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rochester from Schaumburg?

About 308 road miles (261 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 1 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 Minnesota 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 Rochester?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 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 Schaumburg–Rochester corridor.