Shipping a Car from Chicago, IL to Springfield, MA
Ship from Chicago and the car covers about 919 miles eastbound to Springfield, across six states, from Illinois to Massachusetts. Transit after dispatch is about 2–3 days (18 hours of driving, plus stops). This lane sees steady, moderate demand.
What Chicago to Springfield Costs
Over 919 miles, a standard sedan on open transport runs $550–$780 ($0.72 per mile). For a larger vehicle plan on $615–$875, and for enclosed carriage of a sedan plan on $800–$1,130 (about 45% above open). Ending in Hartford instead (24 mi from Springfield) is estimated at $550–$780. For scale, Atlanta, GA to Oklahoma City, OK is a similar 898-mile move at $540–$765.
| Service | Vehicle | Typical Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $550–$780 | Standard choice for everyday cars |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $615–$875 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Open | Minivan | $615–$875 | Larger vehicles, same trailers |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $800–$1,130 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; your quote depends on exact addresses, condition and season.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Chicago. Chicago sits on busy trucking corridors, which helps with availability. Trucks working Chicago lean on I-55, I-90 and I-94. O'Hare International Airport is the usual reference point for staging in the area.
Delivery in Springfield. Cold-season storms around Springfield can push pickup dates back by a day or two. Drivers often use the Bradley International Airport area as a staging reference. Trucks serving Springfield lean on I-90 and I-91.
Timing and Seasonality
Lake-effect and winter storms in the northern states can delay pickups from December through February. Three weeks of lead time works well for 919 miles. Across Illinois expect harsh winters and strong winds off the lake; across Massachusetts, nor'easters and frequent winter snow.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and Massachusetts. In Michigan, I-75, I-94 and I-96 converge on Detroit. Expect nor'easters and frequent winter snow in Massachusetts. Ohio: I-70, I-71, I-75 and the I-80 toll road meet here. Toledo (OH), Detroit (MI) and Albany (NY) sit close to the corridor, which is why trucks often add or drop vehicles there. Pickup is on Central time and delivery on Eastern time, so a driver's call can come an hour off your clock. Toll roads in Illinois, Ohio and Pennsylvania are built into carrier pricing.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Choose the trailer deliberately. Open at $550–$780 fits most cars; enclosed at $800–$1,130 suits luxury, classic or low cars.
- Inspect at both ends. Walk around the car with the driver in Chicago and again in Springfield, and note anything on the bill of lading.
- Compare nearby pickup points. Moving the handoff a short drive from Chicago can change the price on a 919-mile lane.