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Route guide · IL → GA
Car shipping from Illinois to Georgia
Car transport from Illinois to Georgia runs 690 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Chicago to Atlanta costs about $725–$1,125 on an open carrier and $1,075–$1,675 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #198 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $925
- Road miles
- 690
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 7.8K
- Companies at both ends
- 114
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Illinois to Georgia, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Chicago, Rockford, Springfield and Peoria and Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta and Macon — 600 to 850 road miles apart.
| From | Atlanta | Columbus | Augusta | Macon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days |
| Rockford | $750–$1,150750 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175840 mi · 2–4 days | $800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175840 mi · 2–4 days |
| Springfield | $675–$1,050600 mi · 2–3 days | $700–$1,100670 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125720 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125690 mi · 2–4 days |
| Peoria | $700–$1,100660 mi · 2–3 days | $750–$1,150740 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150780 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150750 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 Atlanta, 690 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 | $725–$1,125 | $1,075–$1,675 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $800–$1,250 | $1,200–$1,875 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $900–$1,400 | $1,350–$2,100 |
| Pickup truck | $925–$1,450 | $1,400–$2,175 |
| Motorcycle | $425–$675 | $650–$1,000 |
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 Georgia is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $925 Peak: about $1,000
About this route
Why so many cars go from Illinois to Georgia
About 7,763 people moved from Illinois to Georgia in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (9,133 in 2023, 6,392 in 2024). That is 2.7% of everyone who left Illinois for another state.
Traffic is lopsided: only about 5,068 people a year go the other way, Georgia to Illinois. Trucks heading into Georgia fill up quickly, so pickups are usually fast — but carriers have less reason to discount in peak months.
How the price compares
At a typical $925, shipping from Illinois to Georgia costs more than sending a car to Wisconsin ($525) but less than to Virginia ($975) and New York ($1,000). That works out to about $1.34 a mile — short runs cost more per mile because the fixed cost of loading and unloading weighs more.
Distance and transit time
Chicago to Atlanta is about 690 road miles — 2–4 days on the truck. On a run this short, many people weigh shipping against driving it themselves. The car heads south-southeast and crosses one time zone — from Central to Eastern time — so confirm whether the delivery window you are given is in local time.
On the road
- 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 Georgia
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 Georgia 32 companies · 29 carriers · 5 brokers · 365 trucks · 12 yrs avg.
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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
FMCSA verifiedAF
Auto Fury
FMCSA verifiedChicago-area carrier shipping exotic, classic and everyday cars nationwide, insured up to $3.75 million.
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MY Auto Carrier LLC
FMCSA verifiedAtlanta-area car carrier founded by three brothers, serving dealers, OEMs and families in the Southeast.
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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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East Coast Auto Brokers and Transportation (AutoShip365)
FMCSA verifiedGeorgia auto transport broker shipping cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs and specialty vehicles door to door nationwide.
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Road Commander Auto Transportation
FMCSA verifiedTT
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
FMCSA verifiedEA
Extreme Auto Transport
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FAQ
Illinois to Georgia car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Georgia's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Illinois to Georgia?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $725–$1,125 from Chicago to Atlanta (690 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $675–$1,200. An SUV costs about $800–$1,250, a pickup $925–$1,450, and an enclosed trailer $1,075–$1,675 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Illinois to Georgia?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 690-mile trip from Chicago to Atlanta. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Illinois to Georgia?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.
How soon do I have to register my car in Georgia after moving?
Georgia requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get your Georgia driver's license first. Cars in 13 metro Atlanta counties need an emissions inspection before registration.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Illinois to Georgia?
Driving 690 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $90 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $725–$1,125. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Illinois to Georgia?
Our directory lists 82 companies based in Illinois and 32 based in Georgia, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.