Downey, CA → Oshkosh, WI · Cross-country move

Movers from Downey to Oshkosh

About 2,032 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,440–$11,070, delivery in 5–10 days, 1,488 carriers on the Downey side and 114 in Oshkosh.

2,032 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,440–$11,0702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Downey, California
To: Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 2,032 miles (1,722 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 1,488 (629 interstate)
Movers at destination: 114 (56 interstate)

Reverse: Oshkosh → Downey

Moving from Downey to Oshkosh is a cross-country move of roughly 2,032 road miles, heading northeast from California to Wisconsin.

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 $7,440 to $11,070 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 Downey side there are 1,488 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (629 of them authorized for interstate work), and 114 around Oshkosh (56 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 Oshkosh.

Downey has a population of about 108,468 and Oshkosh about 66,000. Downey is considerably denser (9,222 people per square mile versus 2,468), 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 California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Downey to Oshkosh

Full-service estimate for 2,032 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,980	$3,630	$4,430
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,460	$5,440	$6,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,440	$9,070	$11,070
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,900	$14,520	$17,710
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,370	$19,960	$24,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,840–$4,010

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

Portable container

$2,830–$4,170

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

Full-service mover

$7,440–$11,070

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

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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 Downey (origin)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ecology Auto Parts INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 629013
MC: 324282
Based in: Cerritos, CA 90703 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 676 trucks, 580 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (562) 921-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unis Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 2247083
Based in: Buena Park, CA 90620 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 260 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 858-9889 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,488 movers in Downey

Near Oshkosh (destination)

Valley Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 703852
MC: 325475
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54904 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 160 trucks, 135 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (920) 231-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Herlache Truck Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2435372
MC: 839732
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54904 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (920) 471-1178 Route Verify on FMCSA

Oblewski Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Oblewski Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1806721
MC: 656728
Based in: Omro, WI 54963 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (920) 385-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Shore Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1718063
MC: 630062
Based in: Neenah, WI 54956 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (920) 886-8717 Route Verify on FMCSA

One Time Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3112432
MC: 83402
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (920) 509-2354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elong Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4462071
MC: 1759859
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54902 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (920) 573-4341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mv3 Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3120821
MC: 87849
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (920) 279-2838 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dm&a Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700210
MC: 1294372
Based in: Oshkosh, WI 54901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (775) 846-6423 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 114 movers in Oshkosh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Downey to Oshkosh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,980 to $4,430 for a studio, $4,460 to $6,640 for a one-bedroom, $7,440 to $11,070 for a two-bedroom, $11,900 to $17,710 for a three-bedroom and $16,370 to $24,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oshkosh from Downey?

About 2,032 road miles (1,722 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 California 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 Downey to Oshkosh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,840 to $4,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,830 to $4,170. 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 Downey–Oshkosh corridor.