Clinton, MI → Madison, WI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Clinton to Madison

About 338 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,710–$4,040, delivery in 1–3 days, 58 carriers on the Clinton side and 228 in Madison.

338 miroad distance
6 h 32 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,710–$4,0402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clinton, Michigan
To: Madison, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 338 miles (287 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 32 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 58 (26 interstate)
Movers at destination: 228 (120 interstate)

Reverse: Madison → Clinton

The route from Clinton, MI to Madison, WI covers roughly 338 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $2,710 to $4,040 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 32 min.

On the Clinton side there are 58 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (26 of them authorized for interstate work), and 228 around Madison (120 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 Madison.

Clinton has a population of about 101,374 and Madison about 286,233. The two cities have comparable density (3,590 and 3,390 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Clinton to Madison

Full-service estimate for 338 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,190	$1,460	$1,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,630	$1,990	$2,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,710	$3,310	$4,040
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,340	$5,300	$6,460
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,970	$7,280	$8,880

Rental truck (DIY)

$500–$700

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

Portable container

$1,320–$1,940

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

Full-service mover

$2,710–$4,040

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Clinton (origin)

Cotuna Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2004222
MC: 707259
Based in: Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (734) 945-0826 Route Verify on FMCSA

Martys Landscape Design Group LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2206751
Based in: Tipton, MI 49287 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (419) 576-9661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Frank Hunter & Son INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 71985
MC: 107677
Based in: Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (517) 263-1859 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bauer Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2563357
MC: 894741
Based in: Tipton, MI 49287 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (734) 478-5260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Samdel Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2642998
MC: 921346
Based in: Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (586) 713-9781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Home Appliance Mart

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1246316
Based in: Saline, MI 48176 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (734) 669-9500 Route Verify on FMCSA

A J Brady Underground

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1687179
Based in: Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (517) 424-4040 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safeway Moving And Storage INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1681146
Based in: Adrian, MI 49221 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (517) 265-1368 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Clinton

Near Madison (destination)

Pulvermacher Cartage Of Wisconsin LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 532642
MC: 267280
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (608) 245-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reynolds Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74488
MC: 79758
Based in: Madison, WI 53703 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 257-3914 Route Verify on FMCSA

Safy Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3047832
MC: 48249
Based in: Fitchburg, WI 53713 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (608) 852-3993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Divine Package LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3462639
MC: 1132169
Based in: Madison, WI 53714 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (608) 320-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

O'Mara Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74476
MC: 121225
Based in: Madison, WI 53704 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 241-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lightner & Lightner INC

USDOT: 919682
MC: 397609
Based in: Madison, WI 53718 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (608) 278-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mad City Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roessler LLC

USDOT: 699743
MC: 324693
Based in: McFarland, WI 53558 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (608) 274-9855 Route Verify on FMCSA

Systems Furniture Installations LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1930570
MC: 43406
Based in: Waunakee, WI 53597 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (608) 849-7086 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 228 movers in Madison

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Clinton to Madison?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,630 to $2,420 for a one-bedroom, $2,710 to $4,040 for a two-bedroom, $4,340 to $6,460 for a three-bedroom and $5,970 to $8,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Madison from Clinton?

About 338 road miles (287 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 32 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Michigan 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 Clinton to Madison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $500 to $700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,320 to $1,940. 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 Clinton–Madison corridor.