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Appleton, WI

Laredo, TX → Appleton, WI · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Appleton

About 1,544 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,780–$8,610, delivery in 5–10 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 81 in Appleton.

  • 1,544 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,780–$8,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,544 miles (1,309 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination
81 (36 interstate)

Reverse: Appleton → Laredo

The route from Laredo, TX to Appleton, WI covers roughly 1,544 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,780 to $8,610 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Appleton (36 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 Appleton.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Appleton about 75,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,396 and 2,986 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Wisconsin does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Appleton

Full-service estimate for 1,544 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,310 $2,820 $3,440
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,470 $4,230 $5,160
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,780 $7,050 $8,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,250 $11,290 $13,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,730 $15,520 $18,930

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,190–$3,090

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

Portable container

$2,400–$3,530

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

Full-service mover

$5,780–$8,610

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

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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 Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3606104
MC
1226590
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3111107
MC
82750
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3023251
MC
35486
Based in
Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3282371
MC
1037983
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2585079
MC
905783
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3693941
MC
1289802
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3081675
MC
67637
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT
1166455
MC
469438
Based in
Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2003
Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Appleton (destination)

J M W Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
453242
MC
207084
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
1991
Call (920) 731-4628 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bakers Supply Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
48340
MC
232281
Based in
Greenville, WI 54942 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (920) 560-3291 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schroeder Moving Systems

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Schroeder Moving Systems Of Appleton LLC

USDOT
514341
MC
202022
Based in
Appleton, WI 54911 (0 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1993
Call (920) 739-5533 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCoy's Gravel & Excavating LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
995097
MC
56200
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (906) 254-3019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pods

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Packerland Portable Storage INC

USDOT
1472667
MC
819526
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (920) 882-7448 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Smooth Move LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3096189
MC
1630179
Based in
Appleton, WI 54913 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (920) 203-4645 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Shore Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1718063
MC
630062
Based in
Neenah, WI 54956 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (920) 886-8717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Spivey Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3058181
MC
53652
Based in
Appleton, WI 54915 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (920) 277-0334 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Appleton

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laredo to Appleton?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,310 to $3,440 for a studio, $3,470 to $5,160 for a one-bedroom, $5,780 to $8,610 for a two-bedroom, $9,250 to $13,770 for a three-bedroom and $12,730 to $18,930 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Appleton from Laredo?

About 1,544 road miles (1,309 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 Laredo to Appleton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,190 to $3,090 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,400 to $3,530. 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 Laredo–Appleton corridor.