Louisiana → Illinois
Louisiana to Illinois Car Shipping
Door-to-door car shipping from Louisiana to Illinois, straight up I-55.
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Louisiana to Illinois Auto Transport
Shipping a Car From Louisiana to Illinois
New Orleans to Chicago is about 925 miles, and it's I-55 almost the whole way through Jackson, Memphis, and St. Louis. Springfield is around 735, Champaign about 790 by way of I-57, Shreveport to Chicago close to 860, Baton Rouge to Chicago roughly 905, Evanston about 940, and Lafayette to Naperville around 1,030. Most cars arrive 2 to 4 days after pickup.
Louisiana and Chicago have a long connection, and I-55 has been the road between them for decades. We ship for job relocations to Chicago, students at Northwestern, UIUC, and the Chicago schools, and families heading to the suburbs. Chicago's tight city streets and lakeshore winters take the most planning.
Popular Routes
Popular Louisiana to Illinois Routes
City pairs we see a lot on this route, with approximate distances and typical transit times after pickup.
| From | To | Miles | Typical Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | Springfield, IL | ~735 | 2–3 days |
| New Orleans, LA | Champaign, IL | ~790 | 2–3 days |
| Shreveport, LA | Chicago, IL | ~860 | 2–3 days |
| Baton Rouge, LA | Chicago, IL | ~905 | 2–3 days |
| New Orleans, LA | Chicago, IL | ~925 | 2–3 days |
| New Orleans, LA | Evanston, IL | ~940 | 3–4 days |
| Lafayette, LA | Naperville, IL | ~1,030 | 3–4 days |
Distances and transit times are estimates and can vary with weather, traffic, and the carrier's other stops.
The Route
How Cars Get From Louisiana to Illinois
This is an I-55 route nearly door to door. Trucks leave New Orleans on I-10, pick up I-55 at LaPlace, and head straight north through Jackson, Memphis, and St. Louis to Springfield and Chicago. Baton Rouge pickups join at Hammond by way of I-12.
Champaign and East Central Illinois loads often switch to I-57 at Memphis. Shreveport pickups usually run I-49 and I-30 to Little Rock and I-40 to Memphis first. Chicago's western suburbs come up just before the city on I-55.
Along the Way
- New Orleans → Jackson~185 mi
- Jackson → Memphis~210 mi
- Memphis → St. Louis~285 mi
- St. Louis → Chicago~300 mi
Approximate distances. The exact route depends on the carrier's other stops.
Timing
When to Ship Louisiana to Illinois
Chicago winters and Gulf weather set the timing.
Chicago Winter
Lake-effect snow can slow a delivery a day from December through February.
Chicago Traffic
Rush hour on the Stevenson, Dan Ryan, and Kennedy can add hours. Drivers time city deliveries around it.
Hurricane Season
From June through November, a Gulf storm can delay a Louisiana pickup a day or more. If one is in the forecast, we'll reschedule around it.
Spring and Fall
Usually the smoothest windows.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car From Louisiana to Illinois?
Here's what affects price on a Louisiana to Illinois shipment.
Downstate vs. Chicagoland
Springfield and Champaign are closest. Chicago adds about 150 to 200 miles.
City Delivery
Downtown Chicago and dense neighborhoods usually mean meeting nearby.
South vs. North Louisiana
New Orleans and Baton Rouge run straight up I-55. Shreveport comes through Little Rock and Memphis.
Vehicle Size
Pickups and SUVs take more trailer space than a sedan.
Open or Enclosed
Enclosed keeps winter salt off a nicer car.
Busy Corridor
I-55 carries a lot of trucks, which keeps availability good.
Your Quote Is Your Final Price
Your quote is your final price, good for 7 days, with nothing due until a carrier is assigned.
Get My Louisiana to Illinois QuoteGood to Know
Before You Ship & After You Arrive
What to know before your car heads to Illinois.
Registering in Illinois
New residents have 30 days to title and register with the Illinois Secretary of State. The Chicago and Metro East areas require emissions testing for many vehicles. Check ilsos.gov for current requirements.
Chicago Neighborhoods
Permit parking and narrow side streets keep carriers off many city blocks. The driver will meet you at a nearby lot or wider road.
Ready for Winter
A car that's only known Louisiana weather may need new wipers, a battery check, and better tires for a Chicago winter.
New Orleans and Northshore Pickups
The French Quarter, Marigny, Uptown, and Mid-City have narrow streets, low oak limbs, and curbside parking that a full-size car hauler can't get through. Metairie, Kenner, and the Northshore suburbs around Mandeville and Covington are usually easier. If your street won't work, the driver will meet you at a nearby lot off I-10, I-610, or I-12.
Our Services
Ways to Ship Louisiana to Illinois
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, budget, and timeline.
Open Auto Transport
The most affordable way to ship a car from Louisiana to Illinois.
Learn more →Door-to-Door Shipping
From your Louisiana address to as close to your Illinois door as the street allows.
Learn more →Expedited Car Shipping
Starting a new job soon? We'll prioritize pickup.
Learn more →Enclosed Auto Transport
Covered transport for classic and luxury cars.
Learn more →The Process
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and nothing due until a carrier is on the way.
- 1
Request Your Quote
Give us your Louisiana pickup address, your Illinois delivery address, the vehicle, and your dates. You get a final price, good for 7 days.
- 2
Book With $0 Down
Nothing is due when you book. We match your vehicle with a vetted carrier that has room on a truck headed to Illinois.
- 3
Carrier Dispatched
Once a carrier is assigned, a deposit (or full payment, if you prefer) secures your spot. The driver inspects your car with you at pickup and notes its condition on the Bill of Lading.
- 4
Delivered & Inspected
Look your car over with the driver in Illinois, sign off, and pay any remaining balance directly to the driver by cash or check.
Why NEXLogistix
Car Shipping You Can Trust
A licensed, bonded, and insured broker (DOT 4238940 | MC-1641261).
Family-Owned Broker
A small, family-owned team that answers the phone and stays with your shipment from quote to delivery.
20+ Years Combined Experience
Deep industry experience and a network of more than 10,000 vetted, insured carriers.
Final-Price Quotes
The price we quote is the price you pay. No bait-and-switch, no surprise fees.
$0 Due at Booking
You don't pay anything until a carrier is actually dispatched for your vehicle.
FAQ
Louisiana to Illinois Car Shipping FAQs
How long does it take to ship a car from Louisiana to Illinois?
Usually 2 to 3 days to Chicago and central Illinois, and 3 to 4 days to the far suburbs from Acadiana.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Louisiana to Illinois?
It depends on your exact addresses, the vehicle, open or enclosed, and the season. Request a quote for a final price, good for 7 days.
Does Illinois require an emissions test?
In the Chicago and Metro East areas, yes, for most newer vehicles. There's no safety inspection for passenger cars.
Can you deliver to a high-rise in downtown Chicago?
Usually to a nearby lot or loading area, since carriers can't stop on most downtown streets.
Should I ship or drive from Louisiana to Illinois?
It's a long day and a half on I-55. If you're flying or moving two cars, shipping usually makes sense.
Can you ship a car from Illinois back to Louisiana?
Yes. Request a quote with your Illinois pickup address and your Louisiana delivery address. Every shipment is door-to-door.
Is my car insured during transport?
Yes. Every carrier we work with must carry active cargo insurance. Your car's condition is recorded on the Bill of Lading at pickup and checked again at delivery. Personal items left in the car aren't covered.
Do I have to pay upfront?
No. There's $0 due at booking. Once a carrier is assigned, you can pay a deposit and the balance to the driver at delivery by cash or check, or pay in full at that point.
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