Ann Arbor, MI → Omaha, NE · Long-distance move

Movers from Ann Arbor to Omaha

About 753 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,850–$5,730, delivery in 2–5 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 318 in Omaha.

753 miroad distance
13 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,850–$5,7302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ann Arbor, Michigan
To: Omaha, Nebraska
Road distance: ≈ 753 miles (638 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination: 318 (200 interstate)

Reverse: Omaha → Ann Arbor

Moving from Ann Arbor to Omaha is a long-distance move of roughly 753 road miles, heading west from Michigan to Nebraska.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,850 to $5,730 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 41 min.

On the Ann Arbor side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (112 of them authorized for interstate work), and 318 around Omaha (200 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Omaha.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and Omaha about 488,797. The two cities have comparable density (4,392 and 3,433 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Ann Arbor to Omaha

Full-service estimate for 753 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,540	$1,880	$2,290
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,310	$2,820	$3,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,850	$4,690	$5,730
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,160	$7,510	$9,160
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,470	$10,330	$12,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,070–$1,520

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,690–$2,490

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,850–$5,730

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ann Arbor (origin)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 241829
MC: 165377
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

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A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296052
MC: 192625
Based in: Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT: 186721
MC: 163645
Based in: Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3307370
MC: 1049987
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093121
MC: 73065
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454345
MC: 1125919
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 610538
MC: 293651
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT: 2974615
MC: 10764
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

Near Omaha (destination)

Amcon Distributing Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 300388
MC: 76939
Based in: Omaha, NE 68122 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 459 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (402) 331-3727 Route Verify on FMCSA

Accutran

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Transportation Specialists LTD

USDOT: 193227
MC: 155796
Based in: Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (402) 895-9610 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 290983
MC: 198858
Based in: Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 280 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (402) 431-9410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ford Storage & Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 563314
MC: 254535
Based in: Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 240 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (402) 592-5455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Go Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Greater Omaha Express LLC

USDOT: 1496724
MC: 562575
Based in: Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (402) 731-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Select Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1098759
MC: 448741
Based in: Omaha, NE 68127 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (402) 935-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nebraska Atlantic Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 597730
MC: 288243
Based in: LA Vista, NE 68128 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (402) 332-0200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jibreel Amin Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Peace Messenger Transport INC

USDOT: 2009496
MC: 708519
Based in: Omaha, NE 68134 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (531) 344-6147 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 318 movers in Omaha

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to Omaha?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,540 to $2,290 for a studio, $2,310 to $3,440 for a one-bedroom, $3,850 to $5,730 for a two-bedroom, $6,160 to $9,160 for a three-bedroom and $8,470 to $12,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Omaha from Ann Arbor?

About 753 road miles (638 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Michigan into Nebraska makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Ann Arbor to Omaha?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,070 to $1,520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,690 to $2,490. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Ann Arbor–Omaha corridor.