Pierre, SD

Oshkosh, WI → Pierre, SD · Long-distance move

Movers from Oshkosh to Pierre

About 687 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,690–$5,490, delivery in 2–5 days, 114 carriers on the Oshkosh side and 2 in Pierre.

  • 687 miroad distance
  • 12 h 33 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,690–$5,4902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 687 miles (582 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 33 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
114 (56 interstate)
Movers at destination
2 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Pierre → Oshkosh

Moving from Oshkosh to Pierre is a long-distance move of roughly 687 road miles, heading west from Wisconsin to South Dakota.

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 $3,690 to $5,490 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 33 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 2 around Pierre (2 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 Pierre.

Oshkosh has a population of about 66,000 and Pierre about 14,000. Oshkosh is considerably denser (2,468 people per square mile versus 1,082), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. South Dakota levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Oshkosh to Pierre

Full-service estimate for 687 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,480 $1,800 $2,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,220 $2,700 $3,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,690 $4,500 $5,490
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,910 $7,200 $8,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,120 $9,910 $12,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,010–$1,420

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

Portable container

$1,630–$2,400

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

Full-service mover

$3,690–$5,490

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Oshkosh, WI → Pierre, SD. 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

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

Oblewski Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1806721
MC
656728
Based in
Omro, WI 54963 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

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

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

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

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

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

All 114 movers in Oshkosh

Near Pierre (destination)

Charles Baker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
234062
MC
210452
Based in
Murdo, SD 57559 (37 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Darrel Hinkle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2340535
MC
799203
Based in
Holabird, SD 57540 (36 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 2 movers in Pierre

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $2,220 to $3,300 for a one-bedroom, $3,690 to $5,490 for a two-bedroom, $5,910 to $8,790 for a three-bedroom and $8,120 to $12,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pierre from Oshkosh?

About 687 road miles (582 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 33 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 South Dakota 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 Pierre?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,010 to $1,420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,630 to $2,400. 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–Pierre corridor.