Peoria, AZ

Appleton, WI → Peoria, AZ · Cross-country move

Movers from Appleton to Peoria

About 1,730 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,190–$9,220, delivery in 5–10 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 392 in Peoria.

  • 1,730 miroad distance
  • 30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,190–$9,2202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,730 miles (1,466 straight-line)
Drive time
30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination
392 (187 interstate)

Reverse: Peoria → Appleton

Peoria sits about 1,730 miles west of Appleton, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to Arizona that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,190 to $9,220 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 30 hours (4 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 392 around Peoria (187 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 Peoria.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Peoria about 200,881. Appleton is considerably denser (2,986 people per square mile versus 1,085), 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 Peoria

Full-service estimate for 1,730 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,480 $3,020 $3,690
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,720 $4,530 $5,530
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,190 $7,550 $9,220
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,910 $12,090 $14,750
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,630 $16,620 $20,280

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,380–$3,360

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

Portable container

$2,560–$3,770

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

Full-service mover

$6,190–$9,220

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Peoria (destination)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
428823
MC
227271
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Coyoaz Deliveries LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3408204
MC
1098226
Based in
Anthem, AZ 85086 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
63 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Harriem LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1580995
MC
687455
Based in
El Mirage, AZ 85335 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
41 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Arizona Star Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1440220
MC
544203
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Big Wheel Trans Interstate LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2183121
MC
757997
Based in
Glendale, AZ 85308 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ctx

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3510559
MC
1161846
Based in
Peoria, AZ 85382 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Farmers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3553372
MC
1190836
Based in
Surprise, AZ 85379 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2315604
MC
101725
Based in
Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 392 movers in Peoria

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,480 to $3,690 for a studio, $3,720 to $5,530 for a one-bedroom, $6,190 to $9,220 for a two-bedroom, $9,910 to $14,750 for a three-bedroom and $13,630 to $20,280 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Peoria from Appleton?

About 1,730 road miles (1,466 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 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 Arizona 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 Peoria?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,380 to $3,360 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,560 to $3,770. 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–Peoria corridor.