La Crosse, WI → Oshkosh, WI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from La Crosse to Oshkosh

About 157 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,080–$3,100, delivery in 1–2 days, 100 carriers on the La Crosse side and 114 in Oshkosh.

157 miroad distance
3 h 24 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,080–$3,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: La Crosse, Wisconsin
To: Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 157 miles (133 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 24 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: In-state (Wisconsin)
Movers at origin: 100 (64 interstate)
Movers at destination: 114 (56 interstate)

Reverse: Oshkosh → La Crosse

Oshkosh sits about 157 miles east of La Crosse, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional 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 $2,080 to $3,100 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 3 h 24 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 114 around Oshkosh (56 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 Oshkosh.

La Crosse has a population of about 52,000 and Oshkosh about 66,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,426 and 2,468 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from La Crosse to Oshkosh

Full-service estimate for 157 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	$1,250	$1,520	$1,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,080	$2,540	$3,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,330	$4,060	$4,950
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,580	$5,580	$6,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$310–$440

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

Portable container

$1,160–$1,710

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

Full-service mover

$2,080–$3,100

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

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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 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 La Crosse to Oshkosh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,190 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,250 to $1,860 for a one-bedroom, $2,080 to $3,100 for a two-bedroom, $3,330 to $4,950 for a three-bedroom and $4,580 to $6,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oshkosh from La Crosse?

About 157 road miles (133 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 24 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 La Crosse and Oshkosh 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 La Crosse to Oshkosh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $310 to $440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,160 to $1,710. 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–Oshkosh corridor.