Appleton, WI → Las Cruces, NM · Cross-country move

Movers from Appleton to Las Cruces

About 1,522 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,630–$8,380, delivery in 5–10 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 27 in Las Cruces.

1,522 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,630–$8,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Appleton, Wisconsin
To: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 1,522 miles (1,290 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 27 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Las Cruces → Appleton

The route from Appleton, WI to Las Cruces, NM covers roughly 1,522 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,630 to $8,380 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 27 around Las Cruces (21 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 Las Cruces.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Las Cruces about 116,978. Appleton is considerably denser (2,986 people per square mile versus 1,448), 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 Las Cruces

Full-service estimate for 1,522 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,250	$2,750	$3,350
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,380	$4,120	$5,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,630	$6,870	$8,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,010	$10,990	$13,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,390	$15,110	$18,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,160–$3,050

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

Portable container

$2,380–$3,500

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

Full-service mover

$5,630–$8,380

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

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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

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 Las Cruces (destination)

Mesilla Valley Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mvt Services LLC

USDOT: 270179
MC: 186190
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88007 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,650 trucks, 2,033 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (915) 791-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

G Sandoval Construction INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1191115
MC: 1058687
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (575) 649-0942 Route Verify on FMCSA

To Be Determined - Tbd

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Asap Auto Fair Detailing LLC

USDOT: 4524673
MC: 1793226
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (575) 329-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

D K E LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1590985
MC: 588762
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88005 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (575) 639-0232 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ready Set Go Moving & Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Graciela Perez

USDOT: 2573469
MC: 899783
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (575) 680-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Voyage Moving LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2902870
MC: 20175
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (915) 861-3494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delgado'S Trucking

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jose Manuel Delgado

USDOT: 1258541
Based in: Mesilla Park, NM 88047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (575) 649-6869 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtrk Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4396881
MC: 1731489
Based in: Las Cruces, NM 88001 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (575) 888-7388 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 27 movers in Las Cruces

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Las Cruces accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Appleton to Las Cruces?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,250 to $3,350 for a studio, $3,380 to $5,030 for a one-bedroom, $5,630 to $8,380 for a two-bedroom, $9,010 to $13,410 for a three-bedroom and $12,390 to $18,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Las Cruces from Appleton?

About 1,522 road miles (1,290 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 New Mexico 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 Las Cruces?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,160 to $3,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,380 to $3,500. 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–Las Cruces corridor.