South Bend, IN → Aurora, IL · Short-haul move

Movers from South Bend to Aurora

About 123 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,010–$2,990, delivery in 1–2 days, 173 carriers on the South Bend side and 824 in Aurora.

123 miroad distance
2 h 49 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,010–$2,9902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: South Bend, Indiana
To: Aurora, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 123 miles (104 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 49 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 173 (134 interstate)
Movers at destination: 824 (675 interstate)

Reverse: Aurora → South Bend

Moving from South Bend to Aurora is a short-haul move of roughly 123 road miles, heading west from Indiana to Illinois.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 49 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,010 and $2,990, before packing or storage.

On the South Bend side there are 173 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (134 of them authorized for interstate work), and 824 around Aurora (675 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 Aurora.

South Bend has a population of about 103,201 and Aurora about 181,505. Aurora is the denser city (4,012 people per square mile versus 2,463 in South Bend), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Indiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from South Bend to Aurora

Full-service estimate for 123 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,220	$1,490	$1,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,010	$2,450	$2,990
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,790
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,430	$5,400	$6,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$280–$390

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

Portable container

$1,130–$1,660

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

Full-service mover

$2,010–$2,990

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 South Bend (origin)

K & B Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 75914
MC: 1184
Based in: Elkhart, IN 46517 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (574) 389-1986 Route Verify on FMCSA

C W Leasing And Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 573816
MC: 279857
Based in: South Bend, IN 46614 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (574) 231-0881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bettchers US Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: US Truck & Trailer Service INC

USDOT: 2102979
MC: 733462
Based in: Lakeville, IN 46536 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (574) 784-8264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kovac Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1299125
MC: 504038
Based in: Mishawaka, IN 46544 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (574) 234-4805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1473865
MC: 556503
Based in: New Carlisle, IN 46552 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (574) 654-8058 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden Waffles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: New Carbon Company LLC

USDOT: 1486479
MC: 1700967
Based in: South Bend, IN 46628 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (574) 850-3609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobalt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3600277
MC: 1222643
Based in: South Bend, IN 46637 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (574) 404-1710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fire Bins

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbhim LLC

USDOT: 4437382
MC: 1746836
Based in: Granger, IN 46530 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (574) 532-4849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in South Bend

Near Aurora (destination)

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1538326
MC: 572473
Based in: Carol Stream, IL 60185 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Big Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782248
MC: 1354397
Based in: Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 246 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (630) 566-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892938
MC: 681276
Based in: Woodridge, IL 60517 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (312) 730-4751 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Freight Transinc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842894
MC: 952478
Based in: Montgomery, IL 60538 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 195 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (877) 650-2279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Titans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3620076
MC: 1236236
Based in: Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (773) 692-2004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1585417
MC: 586954
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 630-5362 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2555496
MC: 890930
Based in: Plainfield, IL 60544 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (815) 306-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muzom Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2456325
MC: 848295
Based in: Aurora, IL 60504 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 149 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (407) 574-4800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 824 movers in Aurora

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from South Bend to Aurora?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,220 to $1,820 for a studio, $1,220 to $1,820 for a one-bedroom, $2,010 to $2,990 for a two-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,790 for a three-bedroom and $4,430 to $6,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Aurora from South Bend?

About 123 road miles (104 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 49 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 Indiana 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 South Bend to Aurora?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $280 to $390 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,130 to $1,660. 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 South Bend–Aurora corridor.