Springfield, IL → St. Charles, MO · Short-haul move

Movers from Springfield to St. Charles

About 98 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,470–$2,190, delivery in 1–2 days, 58 carriers on the Springfield side and 327 in St. Charles.

98 miroad distance
2 h 23 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,470–$2,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Springfield, Illinois
To: St. Charles, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 98 miles (83 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 23 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 58 (45 interstate)
Movers at destination: 327 (212 interstate)

Reverse: St. Charles → Springfield

St. Charles sits about 98 miles southwest of Springfield, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Missouri that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 23 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,470 and $2,190, before packing or storage.

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 327 around St. Charles (212 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 St. Charles.

Springfield has a population of about 112,989 and St. Charles about 72,000. St. Charles is the denser city (2,797 people per square mile versus 1,872 in Springfield), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri 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 St. Charles

Full-service estimate for 98 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$850	$1,030	$1,260
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$950	$1,160	$1,420
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,470	$1,800	$2,190
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$2,190	$2,670	$3,260
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$3,160	$3,860	$4,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$250–$350

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

Portable container

$1,110–$1,630

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

Full-service mover

$1,470–$2,190

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 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 St. Charles (destination)

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hogan Dedicated Services LLC

USDOT: 1137660
MC: 458854
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (314) 813-2777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stl Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2523551
MC: 876335
Based in: St Charles, MO 63301 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 544 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (314) 396-6922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1808215
MC: 657151
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Itf LLC

USDOT: 2096411
MC: 731267
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (314) 695-5009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Express Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3269801
MC: 1032064
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (314) 255-6444 Route Verify on FMCSA

Artur Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 767997
MC: 343003
Based in: Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 105 trucks, 112 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (314) 714-3400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schnuck Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 298545
MC: 230436
Based in: Kinloch, MO 63140 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (314) 344-9681 Route Verify on FMCSA

Davidson Surface Air INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 375704
MC: 261606
Based in: Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (314) 298-1885 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 327 movers in St. Charles

Tips for this move

A single-day move is realistic here; schedule loading in the morning so the crew arrives in St. Charles with daylight to spare.
Check Illinois intrastate mover rules; many states require a state permit in addition to a USDOT number.
Group fragile items and tell the crew which boxes go in the cab or on top.
For a move under about 150 miles you can often choose between an hourly and a flat rate—ask for both.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Springfield to St. Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $850 to $1,260 for a studio, $950 to $1,420 for a one-bedroom, $1,470 to $2,190 for a two-bedroom, $2,190 to $3,260 for a three-bedroom and $3,160 to $4,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Charles from Springfield?

About 98 road miles (83 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Illinois into Missouri 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 St. Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $250 to $350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,110 to $1,630. 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–St. Charles corridor.