Arim Forwarding INC
- USDOT
- 278906
- Based in
- Abilene, TX 79601 (10 mi from center)
- Service
- Local & long-distance
- Fleet
- 5 trucks, 4 drivers
- USDOT registered
- 1986
Abilene, TX → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move
About 2,837 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,690–$12,930, delivery in 7–14 days, 44 carriers on the Abilene side and 7 in Juneau.
The route from Abilene, TX to Juneau, AK covers roughly 2,837 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.
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 $8,690 to $12,930 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 49 hours (6 driving days).
On the Abilene side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Juneau (1 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 Juneau.
Abilene has a population of about 131,588 and Juneau about 32,000. Abilene is considerably denser (1,173 people per square mile versus 12), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,480 | $4,240 | $5,170 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,210 | $6,360 | $7,760 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,690 | $10,600 | $12,930 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $13,910 | $16,960 | $20,690 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $19,120 | $23,320 | $28,450 |
$3,970–$5,600
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,550–$5,220
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,690–$12,930
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Abilene, TX → Juneau, AK. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,480 to $5,170 for a studio, $5,210 to $7,760 for a one-bedroom, $8,690 to $12,930 for a two-bedroom, $13,910 to $20,690 for a three-bedroom and $19,120 to $28,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,837 road miles (2,404 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 hours (6 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Alaska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,970 to $5,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,550 to $5,220. 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.
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 Abilene–Juneau corridor.