Appleton, WI → Roseville, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Appleton to Roseville

About 2,045 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,460–$11,100, delivery in 5–10 days, 81 carriers on the Appleton side and 721 in Roseville.

2,045 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,460–$11,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Appleton, Wisconsin
To: Roseville, California
Road distance: ≈ 2,045 miles (1,733 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (36 interstate)
Movers at destination: 721 (423 interstate)

Reverse: Roseville → Appleton

Moving from Appleton to Roseville is a cross-country move of roughly 2,045 road miles, heading west from Wisconsin to California.

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 $7,460 to $11,100 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 35 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 721 around Roseville (423 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 Roseville.

Appleton has a population of about 75,000 and Roseville about 167,302. The two cities have comparable density (2,986 and 3,351 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. California 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 Roseville

Full-service estimate for 2,045 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,990	$3,640	$4,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,480	$5,460	$6,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,460	$9,100	$11,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,940	$14,560	$17,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,420	$20,020	$24,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,850–$4,030

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

Portable container

$2,850–$4,180

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

Full-service mover

$7,460–$11,100

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 Roseville (destination)

Svb Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2148443
MC: 769666
Based in: Citrus Heights, CA 95621 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 119 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (916) 735-5760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kmp Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kmp Transport INC

USDOT: 2780515
MC: 925803
Based in: Sacramento, CA 95834 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 210 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 265-0762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Divine Enterprises

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1134917
MC: 461462
Based in: Rocklin, CA 95765 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 164 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (916) 781-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joe'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Joe'S Logistics INC

USDOT: 1380891
MC: 526609
Based in: Rio Linda, CA 95673 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 95 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (530) 510-0452 Route Verify on FMCSA

Registan INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3872360
MC: 1418146
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (916) 620-5051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingdom Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1793303
MC: 652796
Based in: Rocklin, CA 95765 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (916) 520-0707 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Tran Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076183
MC: 64026
Based in: Roseville, CA 95747 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (916) 345-3455 Route Verify on FMCSA

All The Way Transport Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2792231
MC: 931554
Based in: Antelope, CA 95843 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 837-7626 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 721 movers in Roseville

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Roseville accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,990 to $4,440 for a studio, $4,480 to $6,660 for a one-bedroom, $7,460 to $11,100 for a two-bedroom, $11,940 to $17,770 for a three-bedroom and $16,420 to $24,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Roseville from Appleton?

About 2,045 road miles (1,733 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 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 California 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 Roseville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,850 to $4,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,850 to $4,180. 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–Roseville corridor.