Eau Claire, WI → Jonesboro, AR · Long-distance move

Movers from Eau Claire to Jonesboro

About 735 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,710–$5,520, delivery in 2–5 days, 123 carriers on the Eau Claire side and 42 in Jonesboro.

735 miroad distance
13 h 22 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,710–$5,5202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
To: Jonesboro, Arkansas
Road distance: ≈ 735 miles (623 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 22 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 123 (83 interstate)
Movers at destination: 42 (29 interstate)

Reverse: Jonesboro → Eau Claire

Jonesboro sits about 735 miles south of Eau Claire, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to Arkansas 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 $3,710 to $5,520 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 13 h 22 min.

On the Eau Claire side there are 123 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (83 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Jonesboro (29 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 Jonesboro.

Eau Claire has a population of about 71,000 and Jonesboro about 81,000. Eau Claire is considerably denser (2,022 people per square mile versus 980), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Eau Claire to Jonesboro

Full-service estimate for 735 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,480	$1,810	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,220	$2,710	$3,310
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,710	$4,520	$5,520
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,930	$7,230	$8,830
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,160	$9,950	$12,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,490

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,710–$5,520

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 Eau Claire (origin)

Grs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492543
MC: 1149964
Based in: Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (715) 861-5611 Route Verify on FMCSA

Choice Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 839083
MC: 373675
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (715) 318-9993 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wissota Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1556222
MC: 577628
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (904) 903-9901 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jayhawk Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1113117
MC: 456936
Based in: Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (715) 895-8114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Elite Movers LLC

USDOT: 3579816
MC: 1208798
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54701 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (715) 797-5443 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jackson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1052402
MC: 439147
Based in: Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (715) 726-1780 Route Verify on FMCSA

B 2 A LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3823321
MC: 1384231
Based in: Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (715) 944-3811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan The Moving Man

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dan The Moving Man LLC

USDOT: 3033053
MC: 40460
Based in: Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (715) 214-7583 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 123 movers in Eau Claire

Near Jonesboro (destination)

Timmons Transit INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 906107
MC: 392769
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 129 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (870) 275-7120 Route Verify on FMCSA

Loggins Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 687249
MC: 319261
Based in: Lake City, AR 72437 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (870) 336-9042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stone Concepts L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2912340
MC: 1170005
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72404 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 203-6255 Route Verify on FMCSA

W L Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1376503
MC: 525505
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (870) 933-6236 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2919912
MC: 984411
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (870) 761-9550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Childers Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694025
MC: 622049
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (870) 277-4745 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 3 Cooper Farms INC

USDOT: 4243814
MC: 1643841
Based in: Brookland, AR 72417 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (870) 897-1989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eddleman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2011807
MC: 745116
Based in: Jonesboro, AR 72401 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (870) 680-3023 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 42 movers in Jonesboro

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Jonesboro if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Eau Claire to Jonesboro?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,220 to $3,310 for a one-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,520 for a two-bedroom, $5,930 to $8,830 for a three-bedroom and $8,160 to $12,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Jonesboro from Eau Claire?

About 735 road miles (623 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 22 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Arkansas 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 Eau Claire to Jonesboro?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,460. 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 Eau Claire–Jonesboro corridor.