Appleton, WI → Columbia, MO · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Appleton to Columbia

About 496 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,220–$4,790, delivery in 1–3 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 53 in Columbia.

496 miroad distance
9 h 15 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,220–$4,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Appleton, Wisconsin
To: Columbia, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 496 miles (421 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 15 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 53 (33 interstate)

Reverse: Columbia → Appleton

Columbia sits about 496 miles southwest of Appleton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to Missouri that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,220 to $4,790 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 15 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 53 around Columbia (33 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 Columbia.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Columbia about 130,851. Appleton is considerably denser (2,986 people per square mile versus 1,899), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Appleton to Columbia

Full-service estimate for 496 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,570	$1,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,350	$2,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,220	$3,920	$4,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,080	$8,630	$10,530

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,140

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

Portable container

$1,460–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$3,220–$4,790

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

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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

Call (920) 731-4628 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (920) 560-3291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schroeder Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Schroeder Moving Systems Of Appleton LLC

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

Call (920) 739-5533 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (906) 254-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Packerland Portable Storage INC

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

Call (920) 882-7448 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (920) 203-4645 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (920) 886-8717 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (920) 277-0334 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Appleton

Near Columbia (destination)

Frontline Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3868668
MC: 1415661
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 82 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (573) 528-5329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ug Tech LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4339877
MC: 1695533
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (573) 968-5566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck-Columbia

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mid Mo INC

USDOT: 2338804
MC: 798647
Based in: Columbia, MO 65201 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (573) 777-8660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Premier Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 775481
MC: 347277
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (573) 474-6158 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tiger Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3424063
MC: 1546145
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (573) 999-7821 Route Verify on FMCSA

F & Z Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2432203
MC: 839812
Based in: Columbia, MO 65203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 999-4639 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4d Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3684511
MC: 1571093
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (573) 303-1423 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jht Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257095
MC: 23317
Based in: Jamestown, MO 65046 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (573) 533-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Columbia

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,910 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,870 for a one-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,790 for a two-bedroom, $5,150 to $7,660 for a three-bedroom and $7,080 to $10,530 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Columbia from Appleton?

About 496 road miles (421 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Missouri 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 Columbia?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,150. 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–Columbia corridor.