Aurora, IL → Appleton, WI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Aurora to Appleton

About 205 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,340–$3,480, delivery in 1–2 days, 824 carriers on the Aurora side and 81 in Appleton.

205 miroad distance
4 h 14 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,340–$3,4802-bedroom estimate

Photo: Jasperthedog28 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Open navigation Google Maps Apple Maps Waze

Route summary

From: Aurora, Illinois
To: Appleton, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 205 miles (174 straight-line)
Drive time: 4 h 14 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 824 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination: 81 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Appleton → Aurora

Appleton sits about 205 miles north of Aurora, which makes this an interstate relocation from Illinois to Wisconsin 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 $2,340 to $3,480 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 14 min.

On the Aurora side there are 824 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (675 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Appleton (36 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 Appleton.

Aurora has a population of about 181,505 and Appleton about 75,000. Aurora is considerably denser (4,012 people per square mile versus 2,986), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Wisconsin than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Aurora to Appleton

Full-service estimate for 205 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,240	$1,520	$1,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,400	$1,710	$2,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,340	$2,860	$3,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,750	$4,570	$5,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,340–$3,480

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Aurora, IL → Appleton, WI. Adjust the other options to see your range.

—to—

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 Aurora (origin)

Mainfreight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1538326
MC: 572473
Based in: Carol Stream, IL 60185 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 341 trucks, 341 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (630) 496-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dream Big Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782248
MC: 1354397
Based in: Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 246 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (630) 566-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892938
MC: 681276
Based in: Woodridge, IL 60517 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (312) 730-4751 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Freight Transinc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2842894
MC: 952478
Based in: Montgomery, IL 60538 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 195 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (877) 650-2279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Titans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3620076
MC: 1236236
Based in: Lisle, IL 60532 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 93 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (773) 692-2004 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vynera Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1585417
MC: 586954
Based in: Romeoville, IL 60446 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 630-5362 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tva Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2555496
MC: 890930
Based in: Plainfield, IL 60544 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (815) 306-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muzom Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2456325
MC: 848295
Based in: Aurora, IL 60504 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 149 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (407) 574-4800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 824 movers in Aurora

Near Appleton (destination)

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

Related routes

Other destinations from Aurora

Other origins to Appleton

Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,400 to $2,090 for a one-bedroom, $2,340 to $3,480 for a two-bedroom, $3,750 to $5,570 for a three-bedroom and $5,150 to $7,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Appleton from Aurora?

About 205 road miles (174 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Illinois into Wisconsin 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 Aurora to Appleton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 to $1,770. 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 Aurora–Appleton corridor.