Twin Falls, ID → Chicago, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Twin Falls to Chicago

About 1,612 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,190–$9,210, delivery in 5–10 days, 84 carriers on the Twin Falls side and 2,923 in Chicago.

1,612 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,190–$9,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Twin Falls, Idaho
To: Chicago, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,612 miles (1,366 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)

Reverse: Chicago → Twin Falls

Chicago sits about 1,612 miles east of Twin Falls, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Illinois that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,190 to $9,210 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the Twin Falls side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 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.

Twin Falls has a population of about 55,000 and Chicago about 2.7 million. Chicago is the denser city (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,644 in Twin Falls), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Twin Falls to Chicago

Full-service estimate for 1,612 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,480	$3,020	$3,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,710	$4,530	$5,530
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,190	$7,550	$9,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,910	$12,080	$14,740
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,620	$16,610	$20,260

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,260–$3,190

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

Portable container

$2,460–$3,620

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

Full-service mover

$6,190–$9,210

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Twin Falls (origin)

Giltner Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 846075
MC: 374966
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (208) 324-4255 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arco Freight LLC

USDOT: 3113190
MC: 83793
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 324-4706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avb Home Restoration LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3795976
MC: 1364430
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 358-4460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Estrada Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2409263
MC: 980472
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (208) 539-1128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dr Jemal Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3466593
MC: 1160686
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (208) 971-3572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ridley'S Family Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 874578
MC: 498481
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (208) 324-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emf Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2182901
MC: 757937
Based in: Filer, ID 83328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (208) 326-3407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296392
MC: 503492
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (208) 329-1331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Twin Falls

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 Twin Falls to Chicago?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,680 for a studio, $3,710 to $5,530 for a one-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,210 for a two-bedroom, $9,910 to $14,740 for a three-bedroom and $13,620 to $20,260 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chicago from Twin Falls?

About 1,612 road miles (1,366 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Idaho 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 Twin Falls to Chicago?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,260 to $3,190 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,460 to $3,620. 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 Twin Falls–Chicago corridor.