Baltimore, MD

Appleton, WI → Baltimore, MD · Long-distance move

Movers from Appleton to Baltimore

About 822 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,330–$6,440, delivery in 2–5 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 1,335 in Baltimore.

  • 822 miroad distance
  • 14 h 52 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,330–$6,4402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 822 miles (697 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 52 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination
1,335 (786 interstate)

Reverse: Baltimore → Appleton

Baltimore sits about 822 miles southeast of Appleton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to Maryland that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $4,330 to $6,440 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 14 h 52 min.

On the Appleton side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (36 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,335 around Baltimore (786 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 Baltimore.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Baltimore about 569,997. Baltimore is the denser city (7,240 people per square mile versus 2,986 in Appleton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland is a higher-cost state than Wisconsin, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Appleton to Baltimore

Full-service estimate for 822 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,730 $2,110 $2,580
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,600 $3,170 $3,860
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,330 $5,280 $6,440
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,920 $8,440 $10,300
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $9,520 $11,610 $14,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,140–$1,620

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

Portable container

$1,750–$2,580

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

Full-service mover

$4,330–$6,440

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Appleton (origin)

J M W Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
453242
MC
207084
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Bakers Supply Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
48340
MC
232281
Based in
Greenville, WI 54942 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Schroeder Moving Systems

Licensed interstate
USDOT
514341
MC
202022
Based in
Appleton, WI 54911 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

McCoy's Gravel & Excavating LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
995097
MC
56200
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Pods

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1472667
MC
819526
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

A Smooth Move LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3096189
MC
1630179
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

North Shore Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1718063
MC
630062
Based in
Neenah, WI 54956 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Spivey Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3058181
MC
53652
Based in
Appleton, WI 54915 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 81 movers in Appleton

Near Baltimore (destination)

Cowan Intermodal Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
215194
MC
155424
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
239 trucks, 226 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Baltimore Tank Lines LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
84666
MC
118899
Based in
Glen Burnie, MD 21061 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Giant Food

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
110018
MC
170440
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
121 trucks, 282 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cowan Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
917652
MC
396918
Based in
Baltimore, MD 21227 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Flicks Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3046843
MC
47885
Based in
Rosedale, MD 21237 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Azt Autos LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2932214
MC
990235
Based in
Owings Mills, MD 21117 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Lancaster Foods LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328357
MC
511503
Based in
Jessup, MD 20794 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Atlantic Nationwide Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
582826
MC
280577
Based in
Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 1,335 movers in Baltimore

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Appleton to Baltimore?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,860 for a one-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a two-bedroom, $6,920 to $10,300 for a three-bedroom and $9,520 to $14,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Baltimore from Appleton?

About 822 road miles (697 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 52 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 Wisconsin into Maryland 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 Appleton to Baltimore?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,140 to $1,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,750 to $2,580. 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 Appleton–Baltimore corridor.