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Oshkosh, WI → Ames, IA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Oshkosh to Ames

About 343 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,680–$3,980, delivery in 1–3 days, 114 carriers on the Oshkosh side and 55 in Ames.

  • 343 miroad distance
  • 6 h 37 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $2,680–$3,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 343 miles (290 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 37 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
114 (56 interstate)
Movers at destination
55 (25 interstate)

Reverse: Ames → Oshkosh

The route from Oshkosh, WI to Ames, IA covers roughly 343 miles by road, a southwest-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 $2,680 to $3,980 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 37 min.

On the Oshkosh side there are 114 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (56 of them authorized for interstate work), and 55 around Ames (25 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 Ames.

Oshkosh has a population of about 66,000 and Ames about 66,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,468 and 2,355 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Oshkosh to Ames

Full-service estimate for 343 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,610 $1,960 $2,390
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,680 $3,260 $3,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,280 $5,220 $6,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,890 $7,180 $8,760

Rental truck (DIY)

$500–$710

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,950

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

Full-service mover

$2,680–$3,980

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Oshkosh, WI → Ames, IA. 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 Oshkosh (origin)

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

Near Ames (destination)

Central Iowa Towing And Recovery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Central Iowa Towing And Recovery INC

USDOT
2359315
MC
1349765
Based in
Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (515) 290-4188 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hemmen Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
608245
MC
292343
Based in
Ames, IA 50014 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Call (515) 268-9090 Route Verify on FMCSA

J T L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2528339
MC
887466
Based in
Randall, IA 50231 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (515) 669-1891 Route Verify on FMCSA

V&c Express Corp

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3635053
MC
1246860
Based in
Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (904) 418-8009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Combined Relocation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1666941
MC
709641
Based in
Huxley, IA 50124 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (515) 276-6674 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alex Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4346742
MC
1699031
Based in
Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (515) 817-4521 Route Verify on FMCSA

Property Service Agency LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1433739
Based in
Ames, IA 50010 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (515) 233-1922 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&a Moving And Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Myers & Associates LLC

USDOT
2340775
Based in
Madrid, IA 50156 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (515) 795-3676 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 55 movers in Ames

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Oshkosh to Ames?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,390 for a one-bedroom, $2,680 to $3,980 for a two-bedroom, $4,280 to $6,370 for a three-bedroom and $5,890 to $8,760 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ames from Oshkosh?

About 343 road miles (290 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 37 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 Wisconsin into Iowa 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 Oshkosh to Ames?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $500 to $710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,950. 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 Oshkosh–Ames corridor.