Eau Claire, WI

Omaha, NE → Eau Claire, WI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to Eau Claire

About 397 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,890–$4,300, delivery in 1–3 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 123 in Eau Claire.

  • 397 miroad distance
  • 7 h 33 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,890–$4,3002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 397 miles (337 straight-line)
Drive time
7 h 33 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination
123 (83 interstate)

Reverse: Eau Claire → Omaha

Eau Claire sits about 397 miles northeast of Omaha, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nebraska to Wisconsin 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 $2,890 to $4,300 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 33 min.

On the Omaha side there are 318 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (200 of them authorized for interstate work), and 123 around Eau Claire (83 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 Eau Claire.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and Eau Claire about 71,000. Omaha is considerably denser (3,433 people per square mile versus 2,022), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Omaha to Eau Claire

Full-service estimate for 397 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,180 $1,440 $1,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,730 $2,110 $2,580
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,890 $3,520 $4,300
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,620 $5,640 $6,880
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,360 $7,750 $9,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$560–$790

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

Portable container

$1,370–$2,020

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

Full-service mover

$2,890–$4,300

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 Omaha (origin)

Amcon Distributing Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
300388
MC
76939
Based in
Omaha, NE 68122 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
459 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Accutran

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
193227
MC
155796
Based in
Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
313 trucks, 292 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

H & M Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
290983
MC
198858
Based in
Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
280 trucks, 271 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Ford Storage & Moving Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
563314
MC
254535
Based in
Omaha, NE 68138 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
240 trucks, 193 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Go Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1496724
MC
562575
Based in
Omaha, NE 68107 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Select Van & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1098759
MC
448741
Based in
Omaha, NE 68127 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Nebraska Atlantic Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
597730
MC
288243
Based in
LA Vista, NE 68128 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Jibreel Amin Express

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2009496
MC
708519
Based in
Omaha, NE 68134 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

All 318 movers in Omaha

Near Eau Claire (destination)

Grs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492543
MC
1149964
Based in
Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Choice Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
839083
MC
373675
Based in
Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
39 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

Wissota Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1556222
MC
577628
Based in
Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Jayhawk Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1113117
MC
456936
Based in
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Elite Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3579816
MC
1208798
Based in
Eau Claire, WI 54701 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Jackson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1052402
MC
439147
Based in
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

B 2 A LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3823321
MC
1384231
Based in
Chippewa Fls, WI 54729 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Dan The Moving Man

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3033053
MC
40460
Based in
Eau Claire, WI 54703 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

All 123 movers in Eau Claire

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Omaha to Eau Claire?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,730 to $2,580 for a one-bedroom, $2,890 to $4,300 for a two-bedroom, $4,620 to $6,880 for a three-bedroom and $6,360 to $9,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Eau Claire from Omaha?

About 397 road miles (337 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Nebraska 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 Omaha to Eau Claire?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $560 to $790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,370 to $2,020. 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 Omaha–Eau Claire corridor.