Tulsa, OK → Carbondale, IL · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Tulsa to Carbondale

About 454 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,170–$4,710, delivery in 1–3 days, 226 carriers on the Tulsa side and 34 in Carbondale.

454 miroad distance
8 h 32 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,170–$4,7102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Tulsa, Oklahoma
To: Carbondale, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 454 miles (385 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 32 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 226 (104 interstate)
Movers at destination: 34 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Carbondale → Tulsa

Carbondale sits about 454 miles east of Tulsa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oklahoma to Illinois that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,170 to $4,710 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 8 h 32 min.

On the Tulsa side there are 226 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (104 of them authorized for interstate work), and 34 around Carbondale (24 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 Carbondale.

Tulsa has a population of about 416,209 and Carbondale about 22,000. Tulsa is considerably denser (2,091 people per square mile versus 1,435), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Illinois is a higher-cost state than Oklahoma, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Tulsa to Carbondale

Full-service estimate for 454 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,170	$3,860	$4,710
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,070	$6,180	$7,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,970	$8,500	$10,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$770–$1,080

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

Portable container

$1,430–$2,100

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

Full-service mover

$3,170–$4,710

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 Tulsa (origin)

Miller Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125792
MC: 168121
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 230 trucks, 230 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (918) 447-2124 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Source Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3781181
MC: 1353618
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74120 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (918) 210-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2425748
MC: 835847
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 82 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (916) 568-9941 Route Verify on FMCSA

T And T America LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Thimotee Transit

USDOT: 4547252
MC: 1805442
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74112 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 73 trucks, 304 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (479) 365-7096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dash Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3317066
MC: 1057101
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74134 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 65 trucks, 145 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (214) 681-7191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation Solutions Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2031902
MC: 713606
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (918) 708-1446 Route Verify on FMCSA

Balanced Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3527900
MC: 1173394
Based in: Catoosa, OK 74015 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (918) 688-2851 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Oklahoma INC

USDOT: 1632967
MC: 705022
Based in: Tulsa, OK 74145 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (918) 234-2636 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 226 movers in Tulsa

Near Carbondale (destination)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 214203
MC: 160321
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (618) 988-1621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124296
MC: 36854
Based in: Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 684-3166 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 78400
MC: 227559
Based in: Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 351-1616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burford Trucking LLC

USDOT: 709405
MC: 327994
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (618) 579-8587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273061
MC: 776313
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (618) 942-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mohammad Ali Agha

USDOT: 831830
MC: 365197
Based in: Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (618) 565-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4345279
MC: 1698307
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (618) 253-9275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330971
MC: 1061482
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (618) 751-5577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 34 movers in Carbondale

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Tulsa to Carbondale?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,900 to $2,830 for a one-bedroom, $3,170 to $4,710 for a two-bedroom, $5,070 to $7,540 for a three-bedroom and $6,970 to $10,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Carbondale from Tulsa?

About 454 road miles (385 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Oklahoma 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 Tulsa to Carbondale?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $770 to $1,080 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,430 to $2,100. 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 Tulsa–Carbondale corridor.