Moving from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,713 miles usually costs $3,750–$6,450, or $4,650–$8,000 in summer. 25 licensed movers are based in Phoenix and 45 in Chicago.
What it costs, by home size
| Home | Typical weight | Usual cost | In summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1,800 lb | 1,800 lb | $2,150–$3,700 | $2,650–$4,550 |
| 1 bedroom2,800 lb | 2,800 lb | $2,750–$4,700 | $3,400–$5,800 |
| 2 bedrooms5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | $3,750–$6,450 | $4,650–$8,000 |
| 3 bedrooms7,500 lb | 7,500 lb | $4,700–$8,050 | $5,800–$9,950 |
| 4 bedrooms10,000 lb | 10,000 lb | $5,500–$9,400 | $6,800–$11,650 |
| 5+ bedrooms13,000 lb | 13,000 lb | $6,300–$10,850 | $7,850–$13,450 |
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 Phoenix
See all 81 in ArizonaEach holds active federal carrier authority with cargo insurance on file. Tick up to three to get quotes.
Phoenix, AZ · USDOT 1981150
15 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2010
Phoenix, AZ · USDOT 8250517
8 trucks · Cargo insurance on file · Since 2026
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Questions about moving from Phoenix to Chicago
How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Chicago?
In our model a 2-bedroom move usually costs $3,750–$6,450, mid-month outside summer. A studio runs about $2,150–$3,700 and a 4-bedroom about $5,500–$9,400. Only a mover's written estimate is a price.
How far is Phoenix from Chicago by road?
About 1,713 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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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