Moving from Chicago to Los Angeles: 2026 Cost & Time
2,015 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$3,800–$5,650
Distance
2,015 mi
Drive time
~30 hrs
Typical transit
5–9 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
Chicago to Los Angeles follows the historic Route 66 path along I-55/I-40. At 2,000+ miles it sits in the lowest per-mile tier, so distance barely moves the needle, home size and packing do. Book well ahead in summer.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,925 | $2,350 | $2,875 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,550 | $3,100 | $3,775 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,800 | $4,625 | $5,650 |
| 3 Bedroom | $5,575 | $6,800 | $8,300 |
| 4 Bedroom | $7,450 | $9,075 | $11,075 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $9,050 | $11,025 | $13,450 |
What affects your Chicago → Los Angeles cost
- Over long distances like Chicago to Los Angeles (2,015 mi), the per-mile rate steps down, and inventory size becomes the dominant cost driver.
- A mid-month, mid-week date typically beats an end-of-month weekend on this lane, especially in the May–September peak.
- Full packing and specialty items (piano, gym equipment, oversized furniture) are the add-ons most likely to change your final number.
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Chicago to Los Angeles moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from Chicago to Los Angeles typically costs $3,800–$5,650 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $9,050–$13,450.
The route is about 2,015 miles (~30 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 5–9 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (IL to CA), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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