Appleton, WI → Newark, NJ · Long-distance move

Movers from Appleton to Newark

About 901 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,640–$6,900, delivery in 2–5 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 2,782 in Newark.

901 miroad distance
16 h 14 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,640–$6,9002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Appleton, Wisconsin
To: Newark, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 901 miles (763 straight-line)
Drive time: 16 h 14 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 2,782 (1,591 interstate)

Reverse: Newark → Appleton

Newark sits about 901 miles east of Appleton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to New Jersey 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 $4,640 to $6,900 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 16 h 14 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 2,782 around Newark (1,591 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 Newark.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Newark about 323,808. Newark is the denser city (12,927 people per square mile versus 2,986 in Appleton), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey 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 Newark

Full-service estimate for 901 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,860	$2,260	$2,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,780	$3,390	$4,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,640	$5,660	$6,900
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,420	$9,050	$11,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,210	$12,450	$15,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,380–$1,940

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

Portable container

$1,820–$2,680

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

Full-service mover

$4,640–$6,900

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 Newark (destination)

Piece Of Cake Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Piece Of Cake Moving + Storage LLC

USDOT: 3066988
MC: 58659
Based in: New York, NY 10009 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 340 trucks, 360 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (646) 461-3422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Performance Team-Hudd Transportation-Pilot Freight Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Maersk Logistics & Services USA INC

USDOT: 516243
MC: 262387
Based in: Florham Park, NJ 07932 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1,239 trucks, 1,385 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (704) 571-2000 Route Verify on FMCSA

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1003565
MC: 825910
Based in: Bronx, NY 10454 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3728952
MC: 1315556
Based in: Brooklyn, NY 11214 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 207 trucks, 207 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (848) 444-3133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 288155
MC: 186214
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

USDOT: 4498428
MC: 1779258
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2121392
MC: 739314
Based in: Kearny, NJ 07032 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 674147
MC: 434921
Based in: Newark, NJ 07105 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,782 movers in Newark

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,860 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,640 to $6,900 for a two-bedroom, $7,420 to $11,050 for a three-bedroom and $10,210 to $15,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Newark from Appleton?

About 901 road miles (763 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 14 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 New Jersey 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 Newark?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,380 to $1,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,820 to $2,680. 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–Newark corridor.