($595+) Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 820-mile move from Columbus, Georgia, to Chicago, Illinois, with costs ranging from $1,852 - $8,876. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $268 - $1,784. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Columbus and Chicago. Local movers in Columbus typically start around $315 as a base rate plus $140/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Columbus to Chicago:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,852 - $4,636
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,466 - $6,261
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,114 - $8,876

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Columbus to Chicago.

Specialty moving services from Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Columbus movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Chicago, 93% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Columbus to Chicago?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Illinois Movers’ and Warehousemen’s Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL

Moving containers from Columbus, Georgia, to Chicago, Illinois, cost between $1,163 and $3,655. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Columbus typically costs about $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Columbus to Chicago:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,163 - $1,997
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,509 - $2,714
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,870 - $3,655

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $67 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $134 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $624 in Columbus, GA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Chicago, IL, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Columbus to Chicago?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 820 miles from Columbus, Georgia, to Chicago, Illinois, running $613 - $1,602. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $233 - $266
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Columbus daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Columbus to Chicago based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $613 - $1,134
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $649 - $1,361
• 4+ bedrooms: $797 - $1,602

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $134 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $58 and $290 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $233 - $266 in fuel for the 820-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $624 in Columbus, Georgia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Columbus to Chicago?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Columbus, GA to Chicago, IL

For larger DIY moves from Columbus, Georgia, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Chicago, Illinois.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,207 and $2,308.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Columbus to Chicago:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $985 - $1,816
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,207 - $2,308
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,558 - $2,864

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $67 - $134 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Columbus, Georgia, for about five hours typically runs $624.

What are the best freight companies from Columbus to Chicago?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Collins Trucking Co (4.3/5 stars): Collins Trucking Co is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Columbus, GA vs Chicago, IL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Chicago, side by side with Columbus on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.