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Route guide · IL → CO
Car shipping from Illinois to Colorado
Car transport from Illinois to Colorado runs 1,070 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Chicago to Denver costs about $875–$1,275 on an open carrier and $1,325–$1,925 in an enclosed trailer, with 3–5 days in transit. It ranks #150 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $1,075
- Road miles
- 1,070
- Days in transit
- 3–5
- People moving a year
- 6.7K
- Companies at both ends
- 95
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Illinois to Colorado, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Chicago, Rockford, Springfield and Peoria and Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Pueblo — 950 to 1,090 road miles apart.
| From | Denver | Colorado Springs | Fort Collins | Pueblo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $875–$1,2751,070 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,070 mi · 3–5 days | $875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days |
| Rockford | $850–$1,250990 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,2501,010 mi · 3–5 days | $850–$1,250990 mi · 2–4 days | $850–$1,2501,020 mi · 3–5 days |
| Springfield | $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225960 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225960 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days |
| Peoria | $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225960 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days | $825–$1,225960 mi · 2–4 days |
Estimate, not a quote
A pickup or delivery far from these metros usually adds $75–$150. Quotes move with fuel prices and truck space, so treat these as a yardstick. Price your own addresses →
By vehicle
Price by vehicle type
Chicago to Denver, 1,070 miles. Bigger and heavier vehicles take more room and weight on the trailer, so they cost more.
| Vehicle | Open carrier | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan or small car | $875–$1,275 | $1,325–$1,925 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $975–$1,425 | $1,475–$2,150 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $1,100–$1,600 | $1,650–$2,400 |
| Pickup truck | $1,150–$1,650 | $1,700–$2,500 |
| Motorcycle | $525–$775 | $800–$1,150 |
By month
Best time to ship
Prices on this lane peak in June–August (the summer moving peak), running about 8% above the quietest months. The cheapest time to ship from Illinois to Colorado is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $1,075 Peak: about $1,175
About this route
Why so many cars go from Illinois to Colorado
About 6,747 people moved from Illinois to Colorado in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (8,941 in 2023, 4,552 in 2024). That is 2.3% of everyone who left Illinois for another state.
Traffic runs both ways — about 4,872 people a year move from Colorado back to Illinois — so carriers run this lane year-round and quotes tend to be steady.
How the price compares
At a typical $1,075, shipping from Illinois to Colorado costs more than sending a car to Texas ($1,025) and New York ($1,000) but less than to Florida ($1,200) and Arizona ($1,300). That works out to about $1.00 a mile.
Distance and transit time
Chicago to Denver is about 1,070 road miles, or 3–5 days on a car carrier. Most of the wait is before pickup, while the driver fills the trailer. The car heads west and crosses one time zone — from Central to Mountain time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- The route crosses mountain passes in the West; from November to March, snow and chain laws can hold trucks for a day or two.
- Winter storms in Illinois can slow pickups and deliveries in December through February — leave slack in your schedule.
Companies
Car transport companies from Illinois to Colorado
Companies headquartered at either end of the route usually run this lane often. Filter by services, company type and safety record — every listing is matched to its FMCSA record.
- Pickup end Illinois 82 companies · 66 carriers · 16 brokers · 1,476 trucks · 9 yrs avg.
- Delivery end Colorado 13 companies · 13 carriers · 1 brokers · 447 trucks · 10 yrs avg.
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Supreme Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedColorado auto carrier in business since 2001, partnered with Japan's NIKKON Holdings, with nationwide reach.
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UZ Auto Trans
FMCSA verifiedWoman- and minority-owned Denver car carrier with 80+ trucks, delivering vehicles across the 48 states.
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Orgil Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedFamily-owned Chicago-area car carrier serving OEMs, dealers, auctions and rental fleets across the U.S.
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Extra Mile Transport
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Auto Fury
FMCSA verifiedChicago-area carrier shipping exotic, classic and everyday cars nationwide, insured up to $3.75 million.
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Sterling Auto Carriers Inc
FMCSA verifiedColorado enclosed car carrier for high-end, concept and high-security vehicles, auto shows and film productions.
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M&N Auto Logistics LLC
FMCSA verifiedIllinois nationwide auto transport with online quotes, booking and shipment tracking; open and enclosed options.
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Barnes Auto Transportation
FMCSA verifiedLicensed carrier shipping imports, classics, exotics, antiques and machinery coast to coast at reasonable rates.
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R&R Auto Haul
FMCSA verifiedChicago-area car hauler with 24/7 dispatch and regular runs from Chicago to Florida, Texas and New Jersey.
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AllState CarShip
FMCSA verifiedChicago auto transport broker offering door-to-door shipping for cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs and ATVs.
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Road Commander Auto Transportation
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Top Tier Auto Transport
FMCSA verifiedChicago auto transport broker with instant online pricing and open, expedited and enclosed shipping packages.
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Cassens Transport Company
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Americars Transportation Inc
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American Auto Transport Inc
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FAQ
Illinois to Colorado car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Colorado's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Illinois to Colorado?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $875–$1,275 from Chicago to Denver (1,070 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $825–$1,275. An SUV costs about $975–$1,425, a pickup $1,150–$1,650, and an enclosed trailer $1,325–$1,925 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Illinois to Colorado?
Transit is usually 3–5 days after pickup for the 1,070-mile trip from Chicago to Denver. Before that, allow 1–5 days for a carrier to be assigned — or pay roughly 30% extra to have it collected within 48 hours.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Illinois to Colorado?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. In any month, giving the carrier a wide pickup window lowers the quote.
How soon do I have to register my car in Colorado after moving?
Colorado requires new residents to register within 90 days of becoming a resident. You need Colorado insurance before you register; late fees are $25 a month, up to $100.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Illinois to Colorado?
Driving 1,070 miles takes about 3 days: roughly $140 in gas and 2 nights of hotels and meals (about $280). Shipping a sedan costs about $875–$1,275. Add wear on the car and 3 days off work, and the two come out close.
Which car shipping companies go from Illinois to Colorado?
Our directory lists 82 companies based in Illinois and 13 based in Colorado, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.