Moving from Milwaukee to Detroit
Planning a move from Milwaukee, WI to Detroit, MI? Compare costs, distance, timing, and neighborhoods below, then get an instant quote.
Key details
- Distance: 267 miles
- Drive time: about 5 hours
- Truck rental (DIY): $352
- Moving only (they drive): $656
- Full service (pack + move): $2,337
Milwaukee vs Detroit
- Milwaukee cost of living index: 95; median 2BR rent $1,400/mo
- Detroit cost of living index: 88; median 2BR rent $1,250/mo
Top neighborhoods in Detroit
- Midtown — Cultural & Revitalized, avg $1,500/mo
- Corktown — Historic & Trendy, avg $1,400/mo
- Downtown — Urban & Growing, avg $1,600/mo
- Rivertown — Waterfront & Modern, avg $1,400/mo
- Ferndale — Hip & Diverse, avg $1,300/mo
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to move from Milwaukee to Detroit?
- Moving from Milwaukee to Detroit ranges from about $352 for a DIY truck rental to $2,337 for full-service moving. A moving-only service (you pack, they drive) is typically around $656.
- How far is it from Milwaukee to Detroit?
- The distance is approximately 267 miles by road, about 5 hours of driving without stops.
- When is the best time to move from Milwaukee to Detroit?
- Peak moving months on this route are June, July, August. For lower prices and better availability, consider January, February, or November.