Oshkosh, WI

Ketchikan, AK → Oshkosh, WI · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Oshkosh

About 2,407 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,910–$11,780, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 114 in Oshkosh.

  • 2,407 miroad distance
  • 42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $7,910–$11,7802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,407 miles (2,040 straight-line)
Drive time
42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
12 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination
114 (56 interstate)

Reverse: Oshkosh → Ketchikan

Moving from Ketchikan to Oshkosh is a cross-country move of roughly 2,407 road miles, heading east from Alaska 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 $7,910 to $11,780 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 42 hours (5 driving days).

On the Ketchikan side there are 12 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 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.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Oshkosh about 66,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,147 and 2,468 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Wisconsin than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Wisconsin does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Oshkosh

Full-service estimate for 2,407 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,170 $3,860 $4,710
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,750 $5,790 $7,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,910 $9,650 $11,780
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,660 $15,440 $18,840
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,410 $21,230 $25,910

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,370–$4,760

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$7,910–$11,780

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Ketchikan, AK → Oshkosh, WI. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Ketchikan (origin)

Aero Services

Licensed interstate
USDOT
662728
MC
650572
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Bam LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2019155
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Cm Enterprises

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1680844
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Summit Trucking Ll

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1758426
Based in
Craig, AK 99921 (42 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Bergeron Construction Company LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1592583
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Southeast Services

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1659140
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Dan'S Automotive Services

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1795916
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Organized Village Of Saxman Saxman Ira Council

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2310192
Based in
Saxman, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 12 movers in Ketchikan

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

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

Oblewski Trucking

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 114 movers in Oshkosh

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,170 to $4,710 for a studio, $4,750 to $7,070 for a one-bedroom, $7,910 to $11,780 for a two-bedroom, $12,660 to $18,840 for a three-bedroom and $17,410 to $25,910 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oshkosh from Ketchikan?

About 2,407 road miles (2,040 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Alaska 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 Ketchikan to Oshkosh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,370 to $4,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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 Ketchikan–Oshkosh corridor.