La Crosse, WI

Omaha, NE → La Crosse, WI · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Omaha to La Crosse

About 357 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,750–$4,090, delivery in 1–3 days, 318 carriers on the Omaha side and 100 in La Crosse.

  • 357 miroad distance
  • 6 h 51 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,750–$4,0902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 357 miles (303 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 51 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
318 (200 interstate)
Movers at destination
100 (64 interstate)

Reverse: La Crosse → Omaha

The route from Omaha, NE to La Crosse, WI covers roughly 357 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,750 to $4,090 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 6 h 51 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 100 around La Crosse (64 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 La Crosse.

Omaha has a population of about 488,797 and La Crosse about 52,000. Omaha is considerably denser (3,433 people per square mile versus 2,426), 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 La Crosse

Full-service estimate for 357 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,180 $1,440 $1,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,650 $2,010 $2,460
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,750 $3,360 $4,090
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,400 $5,370 $6,550
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,050 $7,380 $9,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$520–$730

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

Portable container

$1,340–$1,970

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

Full-service mover

$2,750–$4,090

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Omaha, NE → La Crosse, WI. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 La Crosse (destination)

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

Dpw INC

Licensed interstate
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

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

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

Hallahan Transport

Licensed interstate
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

Jones Trucking

Licensed interstate
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

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

Jolivette Family Farms INC

Licensed interstate
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

All 100 movers in La Crosse

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Omaha to La Crosse?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,650 to $2,460 for a one-bedroom, $2,750 to $4,090 for a two-bedroom, $4,400 to $6,550 for a three-bedroom and $6,050 to $9,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is La Crosse from Omaha?

About 357 road miles (303 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 51 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 La Crosse?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $520 to $730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,970. 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–La Crosse corridor.