Bozeman, MT → Appleton, WI · Long-distance move

Movers from Bozeman to Appleton

About 1,308 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,310–$7,890, delivery in 3–7 days, 39 carriers on the Bozeman side and 81 in Appleton.

1,308 miroad distance
23 h 15 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,310–$7,8902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bozeman, Montana
To: Appleton, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 1,308 miles (1,108 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 15 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 39 (27 interstate)
Movers at destination: 81 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Appleton → Bozeman

Appleton sits about 1,308 miles east of Bozeman, which makes this an interstate relocation from Montana to Wisconsin 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 $5,310 to $7,890 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 15 min.

On the Bozeman side there are 39 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (27 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.

Bozeman has a population of about 57,000 and Appleton about 75,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,493 and 2,986 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Bozeman to Appleton

Full-service estimate for 1,308 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,120	$2,590	$3,160
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,180	$3,880	$4,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,310	$6,470	$7,890
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,490	$10,350	$12,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,670	$14,240	$17,370

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,790–$2,530

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

Portable container

$2,190–$3,220

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

Full-service mover

$5,310–$7,890

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Bozeman (origin)

Move It

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move Strong LLC

USDOT: 4142949
MC: 1588857
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (406) 579-8596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Foods Distributing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2316339
MC: 790746
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (406) 551-2231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mattress Mill

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thanepohn Corp

USDOT: 436774
MC: 240409
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (406) 586-4525 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Ridge Excavation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3854639
MC: 1406132
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (845) 661-3982 Route Verify on FMCSA

Yellowstone Designer Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Yellowstone Moving Company LLC

USDOT: 4460852
MC: 1762976
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (248) 434-5508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Diamond Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 8811771
MC: 77831789
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59718 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (719) 588-3752 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountaineer Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4557708
MC: 1811084
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (406) 201-9580 Route Verify on FMCSA

James L Gardner Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cold Smoke Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1902328
MC: 1099864
Based in: Bozeman, MT 59715 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (406) 581-7919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 39 movers in Bozeman

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,120 to $3,160 for a studio, $3,180 to $4,740 for a one-bedroom, $5,310 to $7,890 for a two-bedroom, $8,490 to $12,630 for a three-bedroom and $11,670 to $17,370 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Appleton from Bozeman?

About 1,308 road miles (1,108 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 15 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Montana 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 Bozeman to Appleton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,790 to $2,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,190 to $3,220. 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 Bozeman–Appleton corridor.