Simi Valley, CA → Peoria, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Simi Valley to Peoria

About 1,947 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,550–$11,240, delivery in 5–10 days, 221 carriers on the Simi Valley side and 42 in Peoria.

1,947 miroad distance
34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,550–$11,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Simi Valley, California
To: Peoria, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,947 miles (1,650 straight-line)
Drive time: 34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 221 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Simi Valley

The route from Simi Valley, CA to Peoria, IL covers roughly 1,947 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $7,550 to $11,240 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Simi Valley side there are 221 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Peoria (29 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 Peoria.

Simi Valley has a population of about 124,861 and Peoria about 110,920. The two cities have comparable density (3,045 and 2,357 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Illinois than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Simi Valley to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 1,947 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,020	$3,680	$4,500
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,530	$5,530	$6,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,550	$9,210	$11,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,090	$14,740	$17,980
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,620	$20,270	$24,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,750–$3,880

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

Portable container

$2,760–$4,060

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

Full-service mover

$7,550–$11,240

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Simi Valley (origin)

Synergy Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3319725
MC: 1057066
Based in: Simi Valley, CA 93065 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (805) 304-0978 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morbro Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3305894
MC: 1049260
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (818) 568-7787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nittur Designs LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4394167
MC: 1724079
Based in: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (805) 341-9266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Protech Delivery And Installation

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2719511
Based in: Moorpark, CA 93021 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (805) 292-1340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ben Hur Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Precision Moving & Storage Corporation

USDOT: 2569585
MC: 897757
Based in: Chatworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (818) 332-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prodigy Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3983945
MC: 1492541
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (818) 993-8813 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northstar Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northstar Moving Corporation

USDOT: 1836576
MC: 665757
Based in: Northridge, CA 91324 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (800) 275-7767 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air 1 Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1095485
MC: 1698263
Based in: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (818) 753-6870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 221 movers in Simi Valley

Near Peoria (destination)

Risinger Bros Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 244981
MC: 172510
Based in: Morton, IL 61550 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 337 trucks, 286 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (309) 266-9555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Glick Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1111183
MC: 456276
Based in: Washington, IL 61571 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (309) 303-0449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Federal Logistics L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 201739
MC: 157311
Based in: East Peoria, IL 61611 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Federal Johnson Moving & Storage Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 447586
MC: 243640
Based in: Normal, IL 61611 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Junk Truck Peoriatwo Men And A Junk Truck Roc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hometown Companies INC

USDOT: 4303543
MC: 1676362
Based in: Peoria, IL 61615 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Route Verify on FMCSA

Kemper Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 608763
MC: 292547
Based in: Peoria, IL 61606 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (309) 678-8365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strugglz

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Strugglz Holdings Co

USDOT: 4317988
MC: 1684208
Based in: Peoria, IL 61615 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (309) 219-9980 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ahm3d Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4060307
MC: 1540480
Based in: Peoria, IL 61604 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 616-6632 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Peoria

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Simi Valley to Peoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,020 to $4,500 for a studio, $4,530 to $6,740 for a one-bedroom, $7,550 to $11,240 for a two-bedroom, $12,090 to $17,980 for a three-bedroom and $16,620 to $24,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Simi Valley?

About 1,947 road miles (1,650 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California into Illinois 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 Simi Valley to Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,750 to $3,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,760 to $4,060. 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 Simi Valley–Peoria corridor.