Rockford, IL → Oshkosh, WI · Short-haul move

Movers from Rockford to Oshkosh

About 147 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,130–$3,170, delivery in 1–2 days, 120 carriers on the Rockford side and 114 in Oshkosh.

147 miroad distance
3 h 14 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$2,130–$3,1702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Rockford, Illinois
To: Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Road distance: ≈ 147 miles (125 straight-line)
Drive time: 3 h 14 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (85 interstate)
Movers at destination: 114 (56 interstate)

Reverse: Oshkosh → Rockford

The route from Rockford, IL to Oshkosh, WI covers roughly 147 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the short-haul move category for pricing purposes.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 14 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,130 and $3,170, before packing or storage.

On the Rockford side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (85 of them authorized for interstate work), and 114 around Oshkosh (56 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 Oshkosh.

Rockford has a population of about 147,384 and Oshkosh about 66,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,305 and 2,468 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Wisconsin than in Illinois, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Rockford to Oshkosh

Full-service estimate for 147 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,240	$1,520	$1,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,280	$1,560	$1,900
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,130	$2,600	$3,170
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$3,410	$4,160	$5,070
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$4,690	$5,710	$6,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$300–$420

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

Portable container

$1,150–$1,690

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

Full-service mover

$2,130–$3,170

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Rockford (origin)

Cmn Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1505243
MC: 641341
Based in: Belvidere, IL 61008 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (815) 975-9303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Trucknorthern Illinois

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kevcor Services INC

USDOT: 1822310
MC: 655586
Based in: Loves Park, IL 61111 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (815) 633-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nelly'S Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2875835
MC: 965018
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (815) 670-0137 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2058233
MC: 720327
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (815) 209-0330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Express America Of Rockford INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 633271
MC: 299681
Based in: Rockford, IL 61009 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (815) 395-0060 Verify on FMCSA

Watson Septic INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 598474
MC: 798275
Based in: Davis Junction, IL 61020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (815) 645-8360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Todd Special Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 725998
MC: 332256
Based in: Rockford, IL 61109 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (815) 398-5115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lex Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3754628
MC: 1334231
Based in: Rockford, IL 61107 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (833) 412-2848 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in Rockford

Near Oshkosh (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,240 to $1,850 for a studio, $1,280 to $1,900 for a one-bedroom, $2,130 to $3,170 for a two-bedroom, $3,410 to $5,070 for a three-bedroom and $4,690 to $6,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oshkosh from Rockford?

About 147 road miles (125 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Illinois 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 Rockford to Oshkosh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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 Rockford–Oshkosh corridor.