The Best Long-Distance Movers in Springfield, IL
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The best long-distance mover in Springfield is TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Illinois, per moveBuddha's analysis of 99 Illinois movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Springfield?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Springfield residents moving out of Illinois are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Springfield for in-state moves?
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Springfield-based mover for long-distance moves within Illinois, followed by Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5) and Springfield Van and Storage Co. (4.14/5). Of the 6 intrastate-capable movers serving Springfield, 6 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Springfield are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Springfield but stay within Illinois:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.26 out of 5 stars
- Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc: 4.16 out of 5 stars
- Springfield Van and Storage Co.: 4.14 out of 5 stars
- Mordue Moving and Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Father and Son Moving and Hauling: 3.78 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 79% positive reviews across roughly 258 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was professional and courteous. They were very quick at moving our furniture and extremely careful not to damage anything. On time and within the estimated cost. Would hire again!"
"Called Two Men and a Truck last minute, movers arrived within 2 hours. Workers worked very hard and were pleasant. The move was completed on time."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc has been in business for 75 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc has about 44% positive reviews across roughly 68 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.0.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc.
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Our experience with Moscardelli was great! They got the job done in just a few hours. They were quick, efficient, and careful with our belongings; nothing was damaged. The movers were polite, funny, and easy to work with."
"The office staff was very helpful, and Jim, the owner, returned calls promptly and coordinated the process. Seth and Tommy got the job done quickly. Pleasant and efficient!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Springfield Van and Storage Co. has been in business for 70 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Springfield Van and Storage Co. has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 2 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Springfield Van and Storage Co..
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Springfield Van and Storage Co. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Craig walked us through what to expect and how to prepare for the move. Dave was there first thing in the morning to explain the game plan and introduce the crew. The driver Leo was amazing! So knowledgeable, courteous, and very skilled at his job. His crew worked so hard and efficiently the entire day and didn’t slow down until the last box was unloaded. Very much a pleasant experience all around!!
Both experiences were great. I'm particularly impressed with the care they take with furniture, floors and walls. As part of this second move there was a marble table which another mover previously broke into pieces. Bekins handled it perfectly - it's all in one piece!
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mordue Moving and Storage has been in business for 91 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mordue Moving and Storage has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 98 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.
Quote accuracy 4.4
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Mordue Moving and Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors, AAA members.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mordue Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Movers were very professional and nice. I noticed that they were not rough with any of my boxes. It was a fast and easy process."
"Leo & Jarvis were exceptional movers: careful, friendly, and efficient. They explained everything in clear terms and documented all of my items precisely. This is the second time our family has used Mordue Moving & Storage."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Father and Son Moving and Hauling has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and office moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Father and Son Moving and Hauling has about 67% positive reviews across roughly 6 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Father and Son Moving and Hauling.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Father and Son Moving and Hauling emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Father & Son Moving and Hauling did an excellent job moving our furniture and boxes for a reasonable price. I would highly recommend them.
Good job of installation of a large refrigerator. Quite a challenge to enter the house and move it to its final location. They were very careful to not disturb expensive antique furniture.
What add-on services do Springfield movers offer?
Not every mover in Springfield offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 6 Springfield movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Junk removal: offered by 66.67% of Springfield movers, compared to 40.4% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 16.67% of Springfield movers, compared to 31.31% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 50.0% of Springfield movers, compared to 89.9% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 33.33% of Springfield movers, compared to 19.19% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 33.33% of Springfield movers, compared to 70.71% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Springfield's cost of living.
Does Springfield have movers that offer art handling?
No Springfield movers in moveBuddha's dataset currently offer art handling. Statewide, 50 of 99 Illinois movers offer this service (50.51%), compared to 45.83% nationally. Mighty Moving & Storage (4.62/5) is the top-rated Illinois mover for art handling in moveBuddha's dataset and is an option for Springfield residents needing this service. Per-piece handling runs $39 to $390, with custom crates adding $117 to $156 per item.
| Art handling in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 0 of 6 — no Springfield providers currently listed |
| Illinois statewide | 50 of 99 (50.51%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Illinois statewide provider | Mighty Moving & Storage (4.62/5) |
| Per-piece handling fee | $39 to $390 |
| Custom crating per item | $117 to $156 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
Does Springfield have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 4 of 6 Springfield movers (66.67%), compared to 40.4% statewide and 36.39% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) and Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5) rate highest for junk removal in Springfield. Standalone junk removal typically runs $117 to $390 per load.
| Junk removal in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 4 of 6 (66.67%) |
| Illinois statewide | 40 of 99 (40.4%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Springfield junk removal movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc |
| Typical cost per load | $117 to $390 |
| Single large item | $59 to $117 |
Scheduling junk removal before your move date reduces the total weight of your shipment, which directly lowers costs on weight-based long-distance quotes. Movers that offer junk removal as an add-on can often coordinate pickup on the same day as loading, eliminating the need to schedule a separate crew.
Does Springfield have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 6 Springfield movers (16.67%), compared to 31.31% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Mordue Moving and Storage (4.48/5) and Father and Son Moving and Hauling (3.78/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Springfield. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 1 of 6 (16.67%) |
| Illinois statewide | 31 of 99 (31.31%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Springfield providers | Mordue Moving and Storage, Father and Son Moving and Hauling |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Not every item needs professional packing. Dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps are the items most likely to break in transit and the items most worth paying a crew to pack. Fragile-only packing covers exactly those categories without a full-service packing contract, keeping the per-pound packing cost contained to the portion of the shipment that actually needs it.
Does Springfield have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 3 of 6 Springfield movers (50.0%), compared to 89.9% statewide and 84.85% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) and Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5) rate highest for storage in Springfield. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $200/month.
| Storage in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 3 of 6 (50.0%) |
| Illinois statewide | 89 of 99 (89.9%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Springfield storage movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $200 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $390 |
At $0.50 per cubic foot per month, storage-in-transit for a 1-bedroom load of about 514 cubic feet costs approximately $200 per month in Springfield. A 2 to 3 bedroom load near 1,000 cubic feet runs roughly $390 per month. The key question to ask any mover: does your valuation coverage extend to items held in storage?
Does Springfield have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 2 of 6 Springfield movers (33.33%), compared to 19.19% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Springfield. Hot tub moves typically run $117 to $312 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 2 of 6 (33.33%) |
| Illinois statewide | 19 of 99 (19.19%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Springfield hot tub movers | Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc |
| Bundled with full-service move | $117 to $312 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $234 to $624 |
Hot tub moves require full drainage, a crew of at least 3, and specialized equipment including a flatbed dolly rated for the unit's weight. Empty hot tubs range from 500 to 1,000 lbs, and access conditions such as stairs, narrow gates, or sunken decks can add crane or shuttle fees that significantly raise the total cost. Confirm access logistics with the mover before the quote is finalized to avoid day-of surcharges.
Does Springfield have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 2 of 6 Springfield movers (33.33%), compared to 70.71% statewide and 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) and Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5) rate highest for piano moving in Springfield. A standalone piano move typically costs $624 to $2,730, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Springfield | Details |
|---|---|
| Springfield movers offering this | 2 of 6 (33.33%) |
| Illinois statewide | 70 of 99 (70.71%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Springfield piano movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc |
| Upright piano | $624 to $1,170 |
| Baby grand piano | $936 to $1,950 |
| Grand piano | $1,404 to $2,730 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Springfield?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Springfield. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Springfield residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Springfield?
3 of 6 Springfield movers (50.0%) offer labor-only services, compared to 58.59% statewide and 54.55% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.26/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Springfield, followed by Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc (4.16/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Springfield residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Springfield moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Springfield. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Springfield?
Moving costs across Illinois range from $517 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $269/hour) to $6,153 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Illinois mover quotes. The table below shows Illinois statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Springfield will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Illinois* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $517 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $786 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $1,377 |
| 3-bedroom home | $3,411 |
| 4-bedroom home | $3,938 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $6,153 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Illinois. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Illinois statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Springfield?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Springfield move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Springfield, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Springfield
What licenses does a long-distance mover in Springfield need?
5 of the 6 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Springfield hold a valid FMCSA registration and USDOT number — the 2 federal credentials required before any company can transport household goods across state lines. All movers recommended on this page carry both. Confirm any company's status independently in the FMCSA's carrier database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move covers what to expect during an interstate move and what protections apply at every stage.
Should I hire locally or go national when moving from Springfield?
Local Springfield movers offer the best value for moves within Illinois, across the 6 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in the area. 5 of those hold FMCSA interstate authorization for cross-state routes. The top-rated options on this page cover both.
For moves that cross into another state, national carriers bring purpose-built long-distance logistics, a meaningful advantage when coordinating a move over a long distance.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Springfield?
Movers in Springfield run slowest in November and December, when temperatures drop to an average low of 18°F and moving demand falls well below its summer peak. Reduced competition for mover calendars creates a genuine window to push back on the initial estimate. Off-peak moves in Springfield typically come with better availability and shorter booking lead times than any other time of year.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Springfield?
DIY moving is the most affordable option out of the Springfield, especially within 50 miles. moveBuddha's research shows that rental trucks and moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% versus full-service movers. The cheapest options are renting a moving truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. For longer moves, our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state covers additional cost-cutting strategies.
