Peoria, IL

The Villages, FL → Peoria, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from The Villages to Peoria

About 1,092 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,020–$7,470, delivery in 3–7 days, 240 carriers on the The Villages side and 42 in Peoria.

  • 1,092 miroad distance
  • 19 h 32 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,020–$7,4702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,092 miles (925 straight-line)
Drive time
19 h 32 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
240 (91 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → The Villages

Peoria sits about 1,092 miles northwest of The Villages, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Illinois that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,020 to $7,470 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 19 h 32 min.

On the The Villages side there are 240 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.

The Villages has a population of about 85,000 and Peoria about 110,920. The two cities have comparable density (2,422 and 2,357 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Illinois does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from The Villages to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 1,092 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,010 $2,450 $2,990
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,010 $3,670 $4,480
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,020 $6,120 $7,470
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,030 $9,800 $11,950
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,050 $13,470 $16,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,220

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$5,020–$7,470

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 The Villages (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Quality Moving Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2544769
MC
9962
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Strictly Business Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1954847
MC
694166
Based in
Wildwood, FL 34785 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

The Transporter Firm LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610741
MC
1444640
Based in
Summerfield, FL 34491 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Here To There Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3794613
MC
1363449
Based in
Fruitland Park, FL 34731 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

G A Snap Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3270292
MC
1032289
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Sutherland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2017545
MC
1452714
Based in
The Villages, FL 32163 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 240 movers in The Villages

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Strugglz

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

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

All 42 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from The Villages to Peoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,010 to $2,990 for a studio, $3,010 to $4,480 for a one-bedroom, $5,020 to $7,470 for a two-bedroom, $8,030 to $11,950 for a three-bedroom and $11,050 to $16,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from The Villages?

About 1,092 road miles (925 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 32 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 Florida 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 The Villages to Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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 The Villages–Peoria corridor.