- Road distance
- about 925 miles
- Usual corridor
- I-55 and I-44 to US-69 and US-75
- Driving alone
- at least 2 days for a loaded truck
- Chicago loading
- Parking, elevator and building rules settled before the truck arrives
What it costs to move from Chicago to Dallas
| Home | Typical weight | Linehaul planning range |
|---|---|---|
| Few items | about 1,200 lb | $1,100 to $1,750 |
| Studio | about 2,000 lb | $1,100 to $1,750 |
| 1 bedroom | about 3,000 lb | $1,500 to $2,450 |
| 2 bedroom | about 5,500 lb | $2,800 to $4,450 |
| 3 bedroom | about 8,500 lb | $4,300 to $6,900 |
| 4 bedroom | about 12,000 lb | $6,100 to $9,700 |
See Chicago to Texas if you're choosing among Texas metros.
Delivery around North Texas
Plano, Frisco and McKinney
Newer northern suburbs generally have wide streets and easy driveways. Many have HOA rules about parking large trucks and hours, so ask for those in advance.
Uptown and central Dallas
Apartment towers require elevator reservations and often a certificate of insurance. Parking garages generally can't fit moving trucks, so ask the building where a truck should stop.
Fort Worth
Fort Worth adds a little distance. Enter your city in the form for a closer range.
North Texas weather
Summer heat is long and intense, so schedule unloading early, keep sensitive items with you and turn on the air conditioning first. Spring brings thunderstorms and hail, which can delay unloading, so keep some time free on the day.
Before you arrive
Corporate transfers are common in this area, so ask your employer about relocation benefits before booking. See corporate relocation. Read moving to Texas for income tax, property tax and licensing.