Odessa, TX → Milwaukee, WI · Long-distance move

Movers from Odessa to Milwaukee

About 1,299 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,230–$7,780, delivery in 3–7 days, 84 carriers on the Odessa side and 604 in Milwaukee.

1,299 miroad distance
23 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,230–$7,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Odessa, Texas
To: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 1,299 miles (1,101 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (42 interstate)
Movers at destination: 604 (360 interstate)

Reverse: Milwaukee → Odessa

The route from Odessa, TX to Milwaukee, WI covers roughly 1,299 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance 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 $5,230 to $7,780 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 6 min.

On the Odessa side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (42 of them authorized for interstate work), and 604 around Milwaukee (360 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 Milwaukee.

Odessa has a population of about 122,707 and Milwaukee about 562,407. Milwaukee is the denser city (6,000 people per square mile versus 2,239 in Odessa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Wisconsin does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Odessa to Milwaukee

Full-service estimate for 1,299 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,090	$2,550	$3,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,140	$3,830	$4,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,230	$6,380	$7,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,370	$10,210	$12,450
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,510	$14,030	$17,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,780–$2,520

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

Portable container

$2,180–$3,200

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

Full-service mover

$5,230–$7,780

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Odessa (origin)

To A Tee Hot Shot Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jl Henry Corporation

USDOT: 2195497
MC: 761954
Based in: Odessa, TX 79761 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 37 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (432) 770-8508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Flash Energy Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3234824
MC: 1084110
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 316-1108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Texas Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Willis Permian Movers

USDOT: 1790390
MC: 779115
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (432) 337-1761 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Sky Towing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 817981
MC: 265731
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (432) 561-8447 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hulk Heavy Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3194237
MC: 139812
Based in: Odessa, TX 79763 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (432) 257-7439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rw Logistics And Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2531647
MC: 879835
Based in: Odessa, TX 79766 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (682) 206-4162 Route Verify on FMCSA

2go Distribution LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3327757
MC: 1071482
Based in: Midland, TX 79707 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (432) 208-8742 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northmen Carrier LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3542877
MC: 1183565
Based in: Odessa, TX 79765 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Odessa

Near Milwaukee (destination)

Mc Rae'S U S Mail Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 484946
MC: 689891
Based in: West Allis, WI 53227 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 190 trucks, 307 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (414) 386-8991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tax Airfreight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 153935
MC: 164888
Based in: Milwaukee, WI 53207 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 180 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (414) 769-6565 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schroeder Moving Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Schroeder Moving Systems Of Milwaukee INC

USDOT: 512549
MC: 240916
Based in: New Berlin, WI 53151 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 78 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (262) 446-4719 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tnt Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2986605
MC: 16916
Based in: Oak Creek, WI 53154 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (414) 235-9204 Route Verify on FMCSA

Star Line Trucking Or Star Line

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Star Line Trucking Corporation

USDOT: 46587
MC: 124383
Based in: New Berlin, WI 53146 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 56 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (262) 786-8280 Route Verify on FMCSA

North Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: North Express LLC

USDOT: 2054977
MC: 719609
Based in: Milwaukee, WI 53207 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 54 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (414) 325-2911 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Ram Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2057147
MC: 729143
Based in: Milwaukee, WI 53221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (414) 529-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Carrier Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2013895
MC: 807165
Based in: Oak Creek, WI 53154 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (414) 856-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 604 movers in Milwaukee

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Odessa to Milwaukee?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,090 to $3,110 for a studio, $3,140 to $4,670 for a one-bedroom, $5,230 to $7,780 for a two-bedroom, $8,370 to $12,450 for a three-bedroom and $11,510 to $17,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Milwaukee from Odessa?

About 1,299 road miles (1,101 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Odessa to Milwaukee?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,780 to $2,520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,180 to $3,200. 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 Odessa–Milwaukee corridor.