($517+) Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 653-mile move from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Chicago, Illinois, with costs ranging from $1,616 - $8,690. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $273 - $1,820. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Little Rock and Chicago. Local movers in Little Rock typically start around $100 as a base rate plus $94/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,616 - $4,223
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,268 - $5,890
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,027 - $8,690

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 Little Rock to Chicago.

Specialty moving services from Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Little Rock 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL

Moving containers from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Chicago, Illinois, cost between $1,083 and $3,377. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Little Rock costs roughly $65/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,083 - $1,997
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,402 - $2,552
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,857 - $3,377

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Little Rock, AR, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $637, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $68 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $137 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Little Rock, AR, and Chicago, IL, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Little Rock 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 Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 653 miles from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Chicago, Illinois, running $522 - $1,363. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $189 - $216
• Daily insurance: $27/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Little Rock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $522 - $920
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $531 - $1,172
• 4+ bedrooms: $676 - $1,363

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Little Rock, Arkansas, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $637.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $189 - $216 for the 653-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $55 and $296, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $137 per night for hotel stops on the 653-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $273 - $410.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Little Rock 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 Little Rock, AR to Chicago, IL

If you're moving a larger household from Little Rock, Arkansas, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Chicago, Illinois.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,089 and $2,021.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,003 - $1,780
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,089 - $2,021
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,486 - $2,647

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Little Rock, Arkansas, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $637.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $68 and $137 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Little Rock to Chicago?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
3. Maverick Transportation, LLC (4.8/5 stars): Maverick Transportation, LLC is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock 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.