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Route guide · IL → VA
Car shipping from Illinois to Virginia
Car transport from Illinois to Virginia runs 840 road miles between the biggest metros. Shipping a running sedan from Chicago to Virginia Beach costs about $775–$1,175 on an open carrier and $1,175–$1,775 in an enclosed trailer, with 2–4 days in transit. It ranks #231 among the 250 busiest car-shipping lanes, based on Census moving data.
- Open carrier, sedan
- $975
- Road miles
- 840
- Days in transit
- 2–4
- People moving a year
- 7.2K
- Companies at both ends
- 106
City to city
Cost to ship a car from Illinois to Virginia, city to city
Open-carrier prices for a running sedan between Chicago, Rockford, Springfield and Peoria and Virginia Beach, Richmond, Alexandria and Roanoke — 610 to 930 road miles apart.
| From | Virginia Beach | Richmond | Alexandria | Roanoke |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $775–$1,175840 mi · 2–4 days | $750–$1,150730 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days | $675–$1,075610 mi · 2–3 days |
| Rockford | $825–$1,225930 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175820 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175790 mi · 2–4 days | $725–$1,125700 mi · 2–4 days |
| Springfield | $800–$1,200900 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100650 mi · 2–3 days |
| Peoria | $825–$1,225920 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175810 mi · 2–4 days | $775–$1,175800 mi · 2–4 days | $700–$1,100670 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 Virginia Beach, 840 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 | $775–$1,175 | $1,175–$1,775 |
| Midsize SUV or crossover | $875–$1,325 | $1,325–$2,000 |
| Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition) | $975–$1,475 | $1,475–$2,225 |
| Pickup truck | $1,025–$1,550 | $1,525–$2,325 |
| Motorcycle | $475–$700 | $700–$1,075 |
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 Virginia is January–May and September–November.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Cheapest: about $975 Peak: about $1,075
About this route
Why so many cars go from Illinois to Virginia
About 7,214 people moved from Illinois to Virginia in each of the last two years, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (7,940 in 2023, 6,488 in 2024). That is 2.5% of everyone who left Illinois for another state.
Only about 4,925 people a year go back from Virginia to Illinois, so demand here is mostly one-way. With trucks toward Virginia in steady demand, expect quick pickups and little room to haggle.
How the price compares
At a typical $975, shipping from Illinois to Virginia costs more than sending a car to Georgia ($925) and Wisconsin ($525) but less than to New York ($1,000) and South Carolina ($1,000). That works out to about $1.16 a mile.
Distance and transit time
The 840-mile run from Chicago to Virginia Beach takes 2–4 days on a carrier — short enough that driving yourself is a real option. The car heads east-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 Virginia
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 Virginia 24 companies · 22 carriers · 2 brokers · 96 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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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
FMCSA verifiedAT
Americars Transportation Inc
FMCSA verifiedAA
American Auto Transport Inc
FMCSA verifiedET
Eva Transport LLC
FMCSA verifiedBA
Baz Auto Movers Inc
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FAQ
Illinois to Virginia car shipping: questions
Numbers on this page come from our price model, Census moving data and Virginia's DMV.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Illinois to Virginia?
For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $775–$1,175 from Chicago to Virginia Beach (840 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $675–$1,225. An SUV costs about $875–$1,325, a pickup $1,025–$1,550, and an enclosed trailer $1,175–$1,775 for a sedan.
How long does it take to ship a car from Illinois to Virginia?
Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 840-mile trip from Chicago to Virginia Beach. The wait for pickup is separate: typically 1–5 days, or 1–2 days if you pay about 30% more for expedited service.
When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Illinois to Virginia?
January–May and September–November is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in June–August, up to about 8% more. If you must ship in peak months, book three to four weeks ahead.
How soon do I have to register my car in Virginia after moving?
Virginia requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Title and register together; cars kept in Northern Virginia need an emissions inspection unless they have a valid certificate from the last 12 months.
Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Illinois to Virginia?
Driving 840 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $110 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $775–$1,175. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.
Which car shipping companies go from Illinois to Virginia?
Our directory lists 82 companies based in Illinois and 24 based in Virginia, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 190 that ship nationwide.