A Better Tripp Moving & Storage Company
Houston, TX · USDOT 679167
6 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 1997
Moving from Houston, TX to Chicago, IL
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,112 miles usually costs $3,100–$5,600, or $3,850–$6,950 in summer. 49 licensed movers are based in Houston and 45 in Chicago.
What it costs, by home size
| Home | Typical weight | Usual cost | In summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1,800 lb | 1,800 lb | $1,800–$3,200 | $2,200–$4,000 |
| 1 bedroom2,800 lb | 2,800 lb | $2,250–$4,100 | $2,800–$5,050 |
| 2 bedrooms5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | $3,100–$5,600 | $3,850–$6,950 |
| 3 bedrooms7,500 lb | 7,500 lb | $3,850–$7,000 | $4,800–$8,650 |
| 4 bedrooms10,000 lb | 10,000 lb | $4,500–$8,150 | $5,600–$10,150 |
| 5+ bedrooms13,000 lb | 13,000 lb | $5,200–$9,450 | $6,450–$11,700 |
A model, not a quote: weight and distance, adjusted for season, fitted to published 2026 cost tables. Packing, stairs and specialty items add to these. How we model costs.
Licensed movers based in Houston
See all 381 in TexasEach holds active federal carrier authority with cargo insurance on file. Tick up to three to get quotes.
A-1 Freeman Relocation Inc
Houston, TX · USDOT 1026816
14 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2002
A-rocket Moving & Storage Inc
Houston, TX · USDOT 993024
8 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2001
All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Houston LLC
Houston, TX · USDOT 1296282
15 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2004
All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Woodlands LLC
Houston, TX · USDOT 2491964
19 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2014
Before you book
Check the mover is licensedHouston to Chicago crosses a state line, so the mover needs federal interstate authority.Ask: carrier or broker?A broker sells your move to a company you have not met. Both are legal; know which one you are hiring.Get a binding estimateA binding estimate fixes the price. A non-binding one is a guess: the final bill follows the actual weight.
Questions about moving from Houston to Chicago
How much does it cost to move from Houston to Chicago?
In our model a 2-bedroom move usually costs $3,100–$5,600, mid-month outside summer. A studio runs about $1,800–$3,200 and a 4-bedroom about $4,500–$8,150. Only a mover's written estimate is a price.
How far is Houston from Chicago by road?
About 1,112 miles. That is estimated from the straight-line distance between the two cities; a mover's estimate uses the actual route.
Does a mover need a federal license to move me from Houston to Chicago?
Yes. The move crosses a state line, so the mover needs active interstate authority from the FMCSA under a USDOT number. Each mover listed here shows its authority and insurance status from FMCSA's files.
When is it cheapest to move from Houston to Chicago?
Outside June to August, and away from the last days of a month. In our model a summer move costs about 24% more, and the end of a month about 9% more.
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