Eau Claire, WI → Wausau, WI · Short-haul move

Movers from Eau Claire to Wausau

About 107 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,910–$2,840, delivery in 1–2 days, 123 carriers on the Eau Claire side and 107 in Wausau.

107 miroad distance
2 h 33 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,910–$2,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
To: Wausau, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 107 miles (91 straight-line)
Drive time: 2 h 33 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Wisconsin)
Movers at origin: 123 (83 interstate)
Movers at destination: 107 (58 interstate)

Reverse: Wausau → Eau Claire

The route from Eau Claire, WI to Wausau, WI covers roughly 107 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 2 h 33 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,910 and $2,840, before packing or storage.

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 107 around Wausau (58 interstate). For an in-state 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 Wausau.

Eau Claire has a population of about 71,000 and Wausau about 40,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,022 and 2,080 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Eau Claire to Wausau

Full-service estimate for 107 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	$1,190	$1,460	$1,780
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$1,910	$2,320	$2,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,050	$3,720	$4,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,190	$5,110	$6,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,640

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

Full-service mover

$1,910–$2,840

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

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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 Wausau (destination)

Marathon Cheese Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marathon Cheese Transport LLC

USDOT: 1009265
MC: 425927
Based in: Marathon, WI 54448 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 56 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (715) 443-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

River Valley Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1611631
MC: 362448
Based in: Schofield, WI 54476 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (715) 355-1902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadready Transfer Service

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Roadready Transfer Service INC

USDOT: 284372
MC: 185000
Based in: Wausau, WI 54401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (715) 848-5183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Redline Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1071458
MC: 444110
Based in: Marathon, WI 54448 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (715) 571-5808 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smartway Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2374298
MC: 814846
Based in: Schofield, WI 54476 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (715) 218-5820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diversified Installation Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1204511
MC: 485654
Based in: Wausau, WI 54401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (715) 849-9933 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2947255
MC: 997775
Based in: Wausau, WI 54401 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (715) 409-6025 Route Verify on FMCSA

L&s Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Larry Jerome Frick

USDOT: 210930
MC: 161338
Based in: Wausau, WI 54403 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (715) 848-2523 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 107 movers in Wausau

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,190 to $1,780 for a one-bedroom, $1,910 to $2,840 for a two-bedroom, $3,050 to $4,540 for a three-bedroom and $4,190 to $6,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wausau from Eau Claire?

About 107 road miles (91 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 33 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Eau Claire and Wausau are in Wisconsin, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Eau Claire to Wausau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,640. 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–Wausau corridor.