Oshkosh, WI → Ontario, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Oshkosh to Ontario

About 1,998 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,380–$10,980, delivery in 5–10 days, 114 carriers on the Oshkosh side and 1,156 in Ontario.

1,998 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,380–$10,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Oshkosh, Wisconsin
To: Ontario, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,998 miles (1,693 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 114 (56 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,156 (612 interstate)

Reverse: Ontario → Oshkosh

Ontario sits about 1,998 miles west of Oshkosh, which makes this an interstate relocation from Wisconsin to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $7,380 to $10,980 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 35 hours (4 driving days).

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 1,156 around Ontario (612 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 Ontario.

Oshkosh has a population of about 66,000 and Ontario about 187,013. Ontario is the denser city (3,505 people per square mile versus 2,468 in Oshkosh), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Wisconsin, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Oshkosh to Ontario

Full-service estimate for 1,998 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,950	$3,600	$4,390
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,430	$5,400	$6,590
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,380	$9,000	$10,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,810	$14,400	$17,570
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,240	$19,800	$24,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,800–$3,960

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

Portable container

$2,800–$4,120

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

Full-service mover

$7,380–$10,980

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

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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 Ontario (destination)

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1074419
MC: 446897
Based in: Pomona, CA 91768 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

Total Transportation & Distribution INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1582586
MC: 609813
Based in: Rancho Cumanoga, CA 91730 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 111 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (951) 801-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ttl

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Total Transportation Logistics INC

USDOT: 2739945
MC: 1129944
Based in: Corona, CA 92881 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Route Verify on FMCSA

Cordova Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2376402
MC: 815769
Based in: Fontana, CA 92337 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 48 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (909) 980-9089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nk Carries INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 3799553
MC: 1379375
Based in: Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 47 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (909) 695-9506 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heritage Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1782985
MC: 650038
Based in: Riverside, CA 92505 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (909) 356-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scoc INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Scoc Services INC

USDOT: 3038921
MC: 60287
Based in: Fontana, CA 92335 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (951) 349-0126 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sure Shot Transit Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3193098
MC: 137968
Based in: Ontario, CA 91761 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (909) 584-5556 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,156 movers in Ontario

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,950 to $4,390 for a studio, $4,430 to $6,590 for a one-bedroom, $7,380 to $10,980 for a two-bedroom, $11,810 to $17,570 for a three-bedroom and $16,240 to $24,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ontario from Oshkosh?

About 1,998 road miles (1,693 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 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 Wisconsin into California 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 Ontario?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,800 to $3,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,120. 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–Ontario corridor.