Akron, OH → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Akron to Fairbanks

About 3,553 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,790–$14,560, delivery in 7–14 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 29 in Fairbanks.

3,553 miroad distance
61 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,790–$14,5602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Akron, Ohio
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,553 miles (3,011 straight-line)
Drive time: 61 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Akron

Moving from Akron to Fairbanks is a cross-country move of roughly 3,553 road miles, heading northwest from Ohio to Alaska.

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 $9,790 to $14,560 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 61 hours (7 driving days).

On the Akron side there are 349 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (215 of them authorized for interstate work), and 29 around Fairbanks (4 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 Fairbanks.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Fairbanks about 32,000. Akron is considerably denser (3,077 people per square mile versus 1,024), 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 Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Alaska levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Akron to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 3,553 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,910	$4,770	$5,820
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,870	$7,160	$8,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,790	$11,930	$14,560
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,660	$19,100	$23,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,530	$26,260	$32,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,850–$6,850

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

Portable container

$4,190–$6,160

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

Full-service mover

$9,790–$14,560

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Akron (origin)

Famous Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Famous Trucking LLC

USDOT: 2279731
MC: 780233
Based in: Akron, OH 44313 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 268 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (330) 762-9621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2326130
MC: 794107
Based in: Richfield, OH 44286 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (330) 659-0012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Windy Hill Hardwoods INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 979833
Based in: Canal Fulton, OH 44614 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (330) 837-9710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Andrews Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124171
MC: 44737
Based in: Streetsboro, OH 44241 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (330) 656-8700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tcm Unlimited LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3679515
MC: 1279163
Based in: Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 663-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 331377
MC: 463484
Based in: Akron, OH 44319 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (330) 773-7777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sylvite Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sylvite Western Region LLC

USDOT: 2829165
MC: 944992
Based in: Akron, OH 44306 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (330) 786-9519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kozova Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3506109
MC: 1158953
Based in: Hudson, OH 44236 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (216) 644-5495 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Akron

Near Fairbanks (destination)

Metcalf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2349839
MC: 1059335
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (435) 272-7743 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Label Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3988849
MC: 1709128
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (907) 388-4436 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountain Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069052
MC: 446046
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (907) 590-4922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elsberry Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1594611
MC: 961613
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-0588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moonlighting Construction INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1633146
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 457-6638 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Deeds Auto

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dirty Deeds INC

USDOT: 1650238
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-1477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axle Towing LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4067541
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (907) 488-5656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Classic Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2312319
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (907) 479-6248 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Fairbanks

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Akron to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,910 to $5,820 for a studio, $5,870 to $8,740 for a one-bedroom, $9,790 to $14,560 for a two-bedroom, $15,660 to $23,300 for a three-bedroom and $21,530 to $32,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Akron?

About 3,553 road miles (3,011 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 61 hours (7 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Ohio 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Akron to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,850 to $6,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,190 to $6,160. 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 Akron–Fairbanks corridor.