($661+) Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH Movers
Moving from Chicago, IL, to Manchester, NH, runs anywhere from $661 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $7,535 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,021 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 2 to 8 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $1,922, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $7,535 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,196 - $3,719, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $661 - $1,777.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Chicago, IL, to Manchester, NH. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,443 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
Moving options from Chicago to Manchester fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. The most hands-off option, full-service, runs $2,443 - $5,922 for a 2-3 bedroom home and includes all labor and transportation. Moving containers cost about 41% less than full-service for the same size, and rental trucks land around 71% less, with both DIY options requiring you to load yourself. Covering 1,021 miles, this route usually takes 2 to 8 days from pickup to delivery.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,021-mile route from Chicago to Manchester, broken down by home size:
- Full-service movers: $1,922 for a studio up to $7,535 for a 4+ bedroom home.
- Moving containers: $1,196 - $3,719 depending on home size.
- Rental trucks: $661 - $1,777, the lowest-cost option across the board.
- Freight trailers: $1,025 - $3,099, billed by the space you actually use.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
Hiring full-service movers from Chicago, Illinois, to Manchester, New Hampshire, costs between $1,922 and $7,535. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,021-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $324 - $2,160, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Chicago and Manchester. For a rough baseline, movers based in Chicago tend to start around $220 plus $100/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chicago to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,922 - $4,554
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,443 - $5,922
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,886 - $7,535
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 Chicago to Manchester.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
Specialty needs vary by market: 60% of Chicago movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Manchester, 72% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing78% of local movers | $540 - $5,400 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready60% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: New City Moving | $216 - $1,296/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $324 - $2,592 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage10% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs59% of local movers | $1,080 - $3,240 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,700 - $10,800 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $809 - $1,537 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items28% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: New City Moving | $1,080 - $2,700 |
| Piano | Any piano type42% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: New City Moving | $864 - $3,780 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling11% of local movers | $324 - $1,620 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect9% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: New City Moving | $702 - $2,160 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $324 - $16,200+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $324 - $3,780+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Chicago to Manchester?
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- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Chicago, IL. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
Moving containers from Chicago, Illinois, to Manchester, New Hampshire, cost between $1,196 and $3,719. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Manchester. If you go over that window, storage in Chicago adds around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chicago to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,196 - $2,118
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,450 - $2,856
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,896 - $3,719
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 Chicago, IL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $756, 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 $81 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $162 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Chicago, IL, and Manchester, NH, 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.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Illinois to New Hampshire move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,196. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,450 - $2,856.
What are the best moving containers Chicago to Manchester?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Chicago to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Chicago:
- Move-tastic (5.0/5), 17 years in business
- Windy City Movers Inc. (4.6/5), 44 years in business
- STI Moving & Storage Inc. (4.7/5), 21 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
A rental truck for this 1,021-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Manchester, New Hampshire, costs between $661 and $1,777. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $351 - $401
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Chicago daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chicago to Manchester based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $661 - $1,267
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $720 - $1,401
- 4+ bedrooms: $905 - $1,777
Pro tip: The base rate of $661 - $1,777 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Chicago to Manchester. Fuel ($351 - $401), lodging at around $162/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $351 - $401 for the 1,021-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about 5 hours typically costs around $756.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 1,021-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $162 per night, adding $324 - $486 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $54 and $324.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Chicago to Manchester?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH
Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Chicago, Illinois, to Manchester, New Hampshire. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.
Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,207 and $2,450.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chicago to Manchester:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,025 - $1,810
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,207 - $2,450
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,677 - $3,099
Pro tip: Freight pricing rewards efficient packing. Trailers are 8 feet tall and accessed via a 4-foot ramp, so technique matters, especially for heavy pieces. Since each additional linear foot adds to your quote, packing strategically is one of the easiest ways to control costs.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $81 and $162.
- Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
- Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Chicago, Illinois, for roughly five hours typically average $756.
What are the best freight companies from Chicago to Manchester?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are one of the fastest ways to move your belongings interstate, often beating full-service movers on delivery time. If getting your stuff to Manchester quickly is a priority, freight is worth a hard look. That said, freight carriers typically require you to be available to receive your shipment within a set window, so if you need short-term storage or your new place won't be ready right away, a container or full-service mover may give you more flexibility.
Cost of living: Chicago, IL vs Manchester, NH
Good news for your budget: Manchester isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Chicago. Cost of living index runs 111 there against 106 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 77/100 and 33.87/100 here versus 51/100 and 43.91/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Manchester, NH to Chicago, IL guide.
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Our take
For a move from Chicago, IL, to Manchester, NH, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,922 for a studio to $7,535 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,021-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,196 - $3,719. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $661 - $1,777, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,443 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Southern New Hampshire University and Freudenberg North America Limited Partnership.
FAQs: Moving from Chicago, IL, to Manchester, NH
How long does a move from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 2 to 8 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What are the best neighborhoods in Manchester?
For families, Bedford, Hollis, and Amherst are worth a look in Manchester. If you're moving solo or without kids, Wilton, Bedford, and Amherst tend to be popular picks instead.
What is the cheapest way to move from Chicago, IL to Manchester, NH?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $720 - $1,401. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
Is Manchester a safe place to live?
Manchester has a safety index of 43.91 out of 100 and a crime index of 56.09, compared to 33.87 and 35.19 in Chicago. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 4 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
What percentage of Chicago movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 42% of movers in Chicago handle piano moves, and 28% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.