Williamsburg, VA → Peoria, IL · Long-distance move

Movers from Williamsburg to Peoria

About 865 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,500–$6,700, delivery in 2–5 days, 33 carriers on the Williamsburg side and 42 in Peoria.

865 miroad distance
15 h 37 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,500–$6,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Williamsburg, Virginia
To: Peoria, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 865 miles (733 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 37 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 33 (25 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Williamsburg

Peoria sits about 865 miles northwest of Williamsburg, which makes this an interstate relocation from Virginia 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 $4,500 to $6,700 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 15 h 37 min.

On the Williamsburg side there are 33 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (25 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.

Williamsburg has a population of about 16,000 and Peoria about 110,920. Peoria is the denser city (2,357 people per square mile versus 1,726 in Williamsburg), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Williamsburg to Peoria

Full-service estimate for 865 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,800	$2,200	$2,680
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,700	$3,290	$4,020
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,500	$5,490	$6,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,200	$8,780	$10,720
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,910	$12,080	$14,740

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,190–$1,680

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

Portable container

$1,790–$2,640

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

Full-service mover

$4,500–$6,700

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Williamsburg (origin)

The Other Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915026
MC: 396031
Based in: Hayes, VA 23072 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (804) 642-0019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amgine LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348666
MC: 1700037
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (757) 771-4090 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ae Moving LLC

USDOT: 4126677
MC: 1763682
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23185 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (469) 387-0516 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jdr Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4063961
MC: 1542558
Based in: Gloucester, VA 23061 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (757) 897-7274 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Warriors LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2888273
MC: 969885
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 848-8302 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dch Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3676008
MC: 1388976
Based in: Williamsburg, VA 23188 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (757) 784-8242 Route Verify on FMCSA

E And B Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Eldridge Author Hill Jr

USDOT: 1549689
MC: 575739
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (757) 238-3415 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sontonio Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048533
MC: 48599
Based in: Surry, VA 23883 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (757) 696-6161 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 33 movers in Williamsburg

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

Call (309) 266-9555 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (309) 303-0449 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (309) 694-4500 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Hometown Companies INC

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

Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (309) 678-8365 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strugglz

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Strugglz Holdings Co

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

Call (309) 219-9980 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (208) 616-6632 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Williamsburg to Peoria?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,800 to $2,680 for a studio, $2,700 to $4,020 for a one-bedroom, $4,500 to $6,700 for a two-bedroom, $7,200 to $10,720 for a three-bedroom and $9,910 to $14,740 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Williamsburg?

About 865 road miles (733 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 37 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Virginia 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 Williamsburg to Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,190 to $1,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,790 to $2,640. 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 Williamsburg–Peoria corridor.