Rio Rancho, NM

Springfield, IL → Rio Rancho, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Springfield to Rio Rancho

About 1,160 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,990–$7,430, delivery in 3–7 days, 58 carriers on the Springfield side and 56 in Rio Rancho.

  • 1,160 miroad distance
  • 20 h 42 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $4,990–$7,4302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,160 miles (983 straight-line)
Drive time
20 h 42 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
58 (45 interstate)
Movers at destination
56 (30 interstate)

Reverse: Rio Rancho → Springfield

The route from Springfield, IL to Rio Rancho, NM covers roughly 1,160 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $4,990 to $7,430 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 20 h 42 min.

On the Springfield side there are 58 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (45 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Rio Rancho (30 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 Rio Rancho.

Springfield has a population of about 112,989 and Rio Rancho about 114,419. Springfield is considerably denser (1,872 people per square mile versus 1,006), 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 New Mexico 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 Springfield to Rio Rancho

Full-service estimate for 1,160 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,000 $2,440 $2,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,000 $3,650 $4,460
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,990 $6,090 $7,430
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,990 $9,750 $11,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,990 $13,400 $16,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,640–$2,320

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

Portable container

$2,060–$3,020

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

Full-service mover

$4,990–$7,430

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Springfield (origin)

Lightspeed Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3463470
MC
1137096
Based in
Sherman, IL 62684 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
34 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Dodik Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1371987
MC
524365
Based in
Springfield, IL 62704 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Cavalier Cartage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
874456
MC
519534
Based in
Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Hillier Storage & Moving Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
607202
MC
292145
Based in
Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Tuxhorn Towing INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
732994
MC
769644
Based in
Springfield, IL 62702 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Peters Family Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1750866
MC
641234
Based in
New Berlin, IL 62670 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Prime Moovers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4533601
MC
1797987
Based in
Springfield, IL 62707 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

T & T Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4149348
MC
1592549
Based in
Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 58 movers in Springfield

Near Rio Rancho (destination)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2907535
MC
978867
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Albuquerque Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95947
MC
121026
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

American Home

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
95864
MC
487378
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

New Mexico Van Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
337290
MC
169871
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87113 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Ar Fast Lane Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2480299
MC
858314
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87114 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Pbf Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2836224
MC
948981
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87120 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

J & E Towing

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1449256
MC
547656
Based in
Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Albuquerque

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2276015
MC
779896
Based in
Albuquerque, NM 87107 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 56 movers in Rio Rancho

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Springfield to Rio Rancho?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,000 to $2,970 for a studio, $3,000 to $4,460 for a one-bedroom, $4,990 to $7,430 for a two-bedroom, $7,990 to $11,890 for a three-bedroom and $10,990 to $16,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rio Rancho from Springfield?

About 1,160 road miles (983 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 20 h 42 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 New Mexico 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 Springfield to Rio Rancho?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,640 to $2,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,060 to $3,020. 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 Springfield–Rio Rancho corridor.