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Movers in Chicago, IL

45 companies based in Chicago hold active federal authority to move household goods between states, with cargo insurance on file. 252 across Illinois. From FMCSA filings, retrieved 13 Oct 2026.

What a move from Chicago usually costs

2 bedrooms. A model from published 2026 industry cost tables, not a quote.

To New York839 miles$2,600 – $4,900To Los Angeles2,056 miles$3,750 – $6,450To Houston1,112 miles$3,100 – $5,600To Phoenix1,713 miles$3,750 – $6,450To Atlanta695 miles$2,600 – $4,900To Miami1,406 miles$3,100 – $5,600

Licensed movers based in Chicago

45 here · 252 in Illinois

Each holds active federal carrier authority with cargo insurance on file. Tick up to three to get quotes.

Blue Water Transport

Broadview, IL · USDOT 209141

1 truck · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1981

Broadway Express

Vandalia, IL · USDOT 310343

5 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1988

Cavalier Cartage Co

Springfield, IL · USDOT 874456

10 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2000

Cxi Trucking

Melrose Park, IL · USDOT 436705

75 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1991

Davie Transfer

Johnston City, IL · USDOT 657720

2 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1996

Ers Of SW Chicagoland

Romeoville, IL · USDOT 2368840

1 truck · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2013

Flanagin Brothers Inc

Lansing, IL · USDOT 76815

0 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1974

Galil Transportation Inc

Homer Glen, IL · USDOT 1724059

1 truck · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2008

Hannic Inc

Plainfield, IL · USDOT 3983430

0 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2022

Movers in other Illinois cities

Broadview 20Elk Grove Village 13Skokie 9Franklin Park 5Lincolnwood 5Elgin 4Naperville 4Northbrook 4Arlington Heights 3Elmhurst 3Melrose Park 3Oakbrook Terrace 3Plainfield 3Schaumburg 3Springfield 3Wood Dale 3Batavia 2Bensenville 2All of Illinois

Questions about moving from Chicago

How many licensed movers are based in Chicago?

45 companies based in Chicago, IL hold active federal authority to move household goods between states, with cargo insurance on file and no revocation pending, according to FMCSA filings retrieved 13 Oct 2026. Across Illinois there are 252.

How do I check a mover in Chicago is licensed?

Ask for the USDOT number on the written estimate and look it up, here or on FMCSA SAFER. A company's trading name often differs from the legal name on its filing, so the number is the reliable check. Federal authority covers moves that cross a state line.

Who licenses moves that stay inside Illinois?

Illinois licenses intrastate household goods movers through the Illinois Commerce Commission.

What does a move from Chicago usually cost?

A 2-bedroom move from Chicago to New York, NY usually costs $2,600 to $4,900. That range comes from a model of published 2026 industry cost tables, not from any federal filing — only a mover can give you a real quote.

Everything about a company here is what its federal filing says, as filed. We do not rate, rank or endorse any company. Not affiliated with the FMCSA or the US Department of Transportation.