La Crosse, WI → Grand Prairie, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from La Crosse to Grand Prairie

About 980 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,460–$6,630, delivery in 2–5 days, 100 carriers on the La Crosse side and 1,899 in Grand Prairie.

980 miroad distance
17 h 36 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,460–$6,6302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: La Crosse, Wisconsin
To: Grand Prairie, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 980 miles (831 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 36 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 100 (64 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,899 (756 interstate)

Reverse: Grand Prairie → La Crosse

Moving from La Crosse to Grand Prairie is a long-distance move of roughly 980 road miles, heading southwest from Wisconsin to Texas.

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 $4,460 to $6,630 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 17 h 36 min.

On the La Crosse side there are 100 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (64 of them authorized for interstate work), and 1,899 around Grand Prairie (756 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 Grand Prairie.

La Crosse has a population of about 52,000 and Grand Prairie about 209,434. The two cities have comparable density (2,426 and 2,701 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from La Crosse to Grand Prairie

Full-service estimate for 980 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,780	$2,180	$2,650
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,680	$3,260	$3,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,460	$5,440	$6,630
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,130	$8,700	$10,610
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,810	$11,960	$14,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,790

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

Full-service mover

$4,460–$6,630

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 La Crosse (origin)

Convenience Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 775476
MC: 347275
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54602 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 363 trucks, 632 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (608) 793-6488 Verify on FMCSA

Dpw INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dick'S Pallet Works INC

USDOT: 979619
MC: 420264
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (608) 519-4222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dennis J Degier

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 511822
MC: 776418
Based in: Holmen, WI 54636 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (608) 769-5634 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nickelotti Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2818844
MC: 939799
Based in: Chaseburg, WI 54621 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (608) 498-1990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hallahan Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Robert J Hallahan

USDOT: 2941906
MC: 995094
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54601 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (608) 797-1891 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Guardian Express LLC

USDOT: 2163607
MC: 751809
Based in: LA Crosse, WI 54603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (608) 386-7348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Holmen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2457793
MC: 852762
Based in: Holmen, WI 54636 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (608) 386-9337 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jolivette Family Farms INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jolivette Family Farms Transport INC

USDOT: 161775
MC: 549937
Based in: West Salem, WI 54669 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (608) 786-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 100 movers in La Crosse

Near Grand Prairie (destination)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3508894
MC: 1160787
Based in: Arlington, TX 76011 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Milan Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2393479
MC: 822800
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (817) 329-2055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jetex Freight LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1580734
MC: 585393
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 266 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (972) 215-7079 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,899 movers in Grand Prairie

Tips for this move

Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.
Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
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 Grand Prairie if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from La Crosse to Grand Prairie?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,780 to $2,650 for a studio, $2,680 to $3,980 for a one-bedroom, $4,460 to $6,630 for a two-bedroom, $7,130 to $10,610 for a three-bedroom and $9,810 to $14,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Grand Prairie from La Crosse?

About 980 road miles (831 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 36 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 Texas 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 La Crosse to Grand Prairie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,790. 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 La Crosse–Grand Prairie corridor.