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Photo: Sarah Stierch (Missvain), CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsMoving from Madison, Wisconsin to Reno
Madison to Reno is about 1,863 miles and 32 hours of driving, with 1,588 miles on I-80. At 500 miles a day, that is four driving days.
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- 1,862 miles
- about 32 h 2 min of driving
Madison, WIReno-Sparks
1,862 miles by road
- Driving time (free-flow)about 32 h 2 min
- Days behind the wheel at 500 miles a day4
- Main roadsI-80, US 30, US 151
| Measure | Madison, WI | Reno-Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $88,804 | $87,485 |
| Median gross rent | $1,354 | $1,592 |
| Median home value | $372,400 | $502,300 |
| January average high | 27 F | 48 F |
| July average high | 82 F | 94 F |
| Snow in a normal year | 51.8 in | 20.9 in |
- Moved from Wisconsin to Nevada (2024)about 362
- Moved from Nevada to Wisconsin (2024)about 964
- Moved into Washoe County from Dane County, Wisconsin, per yearabout 103
- Moved from Washoe County to them, per yearabout 13
Data (read 2026-10-19): OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data, free-flow drive from 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks; U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020; U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows (ACS 1-year 2024); U.S. Census Bureau, ACS county-to-county migration flows 2016-2020.
Madison is at 924 feet and the Sparks warehouse is at 4,437. January highs in Madison reach only 27 degrees and its lows fall to 11.8. Reno's January low is 26.1, so the winter ahead of you is much milder.
US highways out of Madison, then I-80
The printed route uses US 30 for about 64 miles, US 151 for 63 miles and US 61 for 51 miles before joining I-80, which carries 1,588 miles. That is 85 percent of the trip. The early part crosses southwest Wisconsin and eastern Iowa on state and US roads, and the long run begins when the route reaches I-80.
The straight-line distance is about 1,585 miles and the roads add roughly 280. Each state publishes a 511 page, and NDOT covers Nevada.
Four driving days and a cold origin
Wheel time is about 32 hours, which the planning rule rounds to four days at 500 miles a day. The delivery window in your written estimate is the date to plan around.
Madison averages 51.8 inches of snow and 37.1 inches of precipitation a year. Reno averages 20.9 inches of snow and 7.35 of precipitation. A February departure leaves Wisconsin cold and arrives in a Nevada week that may be sunny; a loading day in deep snow is harder than a spring one.
How the move works with O'Brien's
You book with O'Brien's, a Bekins agent in Sparks. We coordinate the move from your Madison address through the Bekins network, then deliver, unpack and store in the Reno area. Our 30,000 square foot warehouse holds a shipment until your new home is ready, and vault storage starts from $40 per month.
Request a phone ballpark or the online estimate. See how an interstate move works.
Madison and Reno compared
The Madison metro has about 692,000 people, a Census median household income of $88,804 and a median home value of $372,400. The Reno metro's median household income is $87,485 and its median home value is $502,300. Median gross rent is $1,354 in Madison and $1,592 in Reno, and renters make up 39.7 percent of Madison households against 38.1 percent in Reno.
County records show people moving in both directions between Dane County and Washoe County. For the wider picture, see moving to Reno from Wisconsin.
Licensed movers
U.S. DOT No. 30611
MC-109375
Nevada CPCN 1070
Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's)
Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955
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2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431
| Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
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Bekins Van Lines network
How a long-distance move works with a Bekins agent
O'Brien's Moving & Storage has been an agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955. On an interstate move the Bekins network carries your shipment under the van line's interstate system; O'Brien's books the move in either direction. Leaving Northern Nevada, we give the free in-home estimate, pack, store in our Sparks warehouse if you need it, and load. Moving here from another state, you book with us and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. What being a Bekins agent means.
Your rights on an interstate move
Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you
- Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move (FMCSA)
- Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move (FMCSA)
- Protect Your Move: check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611.
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Moving from Madison, Wisconsin to Reno questions
Still have a question? Call 775-359-6683, Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the moving FAQ.
How far is Madison from Reno?
About 1,863 miles and 32 hours of driving, or four days at 500 miles a day.
What roads does the route use?
I-80 for about 1,588 miles, with US 30, US 151 and US 61 near the start.
Can I store things in Sparks?
Yes. The shipment can go into our warehouse until you are ready. Vault storage starts from $40 per month.
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What customers say about O'Brien's
Debbie G.
Both movers were courteous, efficient and very carful with my furniture. Also, talking with Janet over the phone was a pleasure.
Laurie I.
The two employees showed up on time and were very polite and ready to work. Our quote was 8 hours and they finished in 5 hours. Office staff checked in prior to move and confirmed all details and check in after move to make sure everything was taken care of. Would use this company again for sure!
Owner's reply
Laurie, Thank you for the awesome review! We are glad to hear everything went smoothly, and you were satisfied with the service. We want to also thank you for your business we appreciate you!
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