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Toledo, OH → Chicago, IL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Toledo to Chicago

About 250 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,480–$3,690, delivery in 1–2 days, 172 carriers on the Toledo side and 2,923 in Chicago.

  • 250 miroad distance
  • 5 h 1 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,480–$3,6902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 250 miles (212 straight-line)
Drive time
5 h 1 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
172 (117 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,923 (2,209 interstate)

Reverse: Chicago → Toledo

The route from Toledo, OH to Chicago, IL covers roughly 250 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,480 to $3,690 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 5 h 1 min.

On the Toledo side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (117 of them authorized for interstate work), and 2,923 around Chicago (2,209 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 Chicago.

Toledo has a population of about 263,423 and Chicago about 2.7 million. Chicago is the denser city (12,061 people per square mile versus 3,365 in Toledo), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Toledo to Chicago

Full-service estimate for 250 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,230 $1,500 $1,830
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,490 $1,820 $2,210
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,480 $3,030 $3,690
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,970 $4,840 $5,900
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,460 $6,660 $8,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$410–$570

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

Portable container

$1,240–$1,830

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

Full-service mover

$2,480–$3,690

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

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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 Toledo (origin)

Bolt Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
952587
MC
408074
Based in
Toledo, OH 43617 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
228 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (866) 873-2658 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tkx Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Thyssenkrupp Logistics INC

USDOT
753826
MC
341068
Based in
Northwood, OH 43619 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (419) 662-1810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mvm Moving & Storage Reliable Moving And Storage, Changing P

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maumee Valley Movers INC

USDOT
1444491
MC
545936
Based in
Toledo, OH 43615 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (419) 478-6979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Expeditus Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2345004
MC
802331
Based in
Toledo, OH 43617 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 92 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Route Verify on FMCSA

Henry W Bergman INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1228154
Based in
Genoa, OH 43430 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (419) 855-4757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vance Property Management LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2170594
MC
795261
Based in
Toledo, OH 43615 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (419) 720-5811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ayar Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3307705
MC
1050168
Based in
Toledo, OH 43606 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (518) 807-6652 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seagate Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
287264
MC
190156
Based in
Perrysburg, OH 43551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (419) 666-9919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Toledo

Near Chicago (destination)

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2559423
MC
892806
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (847) 881-0432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
976560
MC
415186
Based in
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (708) 398-6237 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
781203
MC
332177
Based in
Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered
1998
Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hub Group Dedicated LLC

USDOT
801828
MC
357193
Based in
Oak Brook, IL 60523 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (630) 271-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

USDOT
1194542
MC
471387
Based in
Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
258748
MC
162485
Based in
Chicago, IL 60646 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered
1985
Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liv Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2196716
MC
762386
Based in
Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (708) 401-7441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Celtic Cartage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1197429
MC
476351
Based in
Palos Hills, IL 60465 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (708) 974-1405 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,923 movers in Chicago

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Toledo to Chicago?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,830 for a studio, $1,490 to $2,210 for a one-bedroom, $2,480 to $3,690 for a two-bedroom, $3,970 to $5,900 for a three-bedroom and $5,460 to $8,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chicago from Toledo?

About 250 road miles (212 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 1 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 Ohio 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 Toledo to Chicago?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $410 to $570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,240 to $1,830. 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 Toledo–Chicago corridor.