Springfield, IL → Rockford, IL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Springfield to Rockford

About 204 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,430–$3,620, delivery in 1–2 days, 58 carriers on the Springfield side and 120 in Rockford.

204 miroad distance
4 h 13 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,430–$3,6202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Springfield, Illinois
To: Rockford, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 204 miles (173 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 13 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Illinois)
Movers at origin: 58 (45 interstate)
Movers at destination: 120 (85 interstate)

Reverse: Rockford → Springfield

Moving from Springfield to Rockford is a regional long-distance move of roughly 204 road miles, heading north within Illinois.

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 $2,430 to $3,620 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 4 h 13 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 120 around Rockford (85 interstate). For an in-state 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 Rockford.

Springfield has a population of about 112,989 and Rockford about 147,384. The two cities have comparable density (1,872 and 2,305 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Springfield to Rockford

Full-service estimate for 204 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,580	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,460	$1,780	$2,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,430	$2,960	$3,620
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,890	$4,740	$5,790
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,350	$6,520	$7,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,430–$3,620

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

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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

Call (309) 275-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (727) 202-5008 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (217) 652-2075 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (217) 525-8550 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (217) 522-8211 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (217) 341-6189 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (217) 725-6536 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (920) 841-6516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Springfield

Near Rockford (destination)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1505243
MC: 641341
Based in: Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 975-9303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kevcor Services INC

USDOT: 1822310
MC: 655586
Based in: Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (815) 633-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2875835
MC: 965018
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (815) 670-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2058233
MC: 720327
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (815) 209-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 633271
MC: 299681
Based in: Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (815) 395-0060 Verify on FMCSA

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 598474
MC: 798275
Based in: Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (815) 645-8360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 725998
MC: 332256
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (815) 398-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3754628
MC: 1334231
Based in: Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (833) 412-2848 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Rockford

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Springfield to Rockford?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,460 to $2,170 for a one-bedroom, $2,430 to $3,620 for a two-bedroom, $3,890 to $5,790 for a three-bedroom and $5,350 to $7,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rockford from Springfield?

About 204 road miles (173 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 13 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Springfield and Rockford are in Illinois, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Springfield to Rockford?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,770. 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–Rockford corridor.