Anchorage, AK → Hilo, HI · Cross-country move
About 3,399 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,080–$16,480, delivery in 7–14 days, 123 carriers on the Anchorage side and 19 in Hilo.
Moving from Anchorage to Hilo is a cross-country move of roughly 3,399 road miles, heading south from Alaska to Hawaii.
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 $11,080 to $16,480 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 59 hours (7 driving days).
On the Anchorage side there are 123 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Hilo (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 Hilo.
Anchorage has a population of about 287,155 and Hilo about 45,000. Hilo is the denser city (824 people per square mile versus 171 in Anchorage), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Alaska, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that Hawaii does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $4,430 | $5,400 | $6,590 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $6,650 | $8,100 | $9,890 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $11,080 | $13,510 | $16,480 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $17,720 | $21,610 | $26,370 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $24,370 | $29,720 | $36,250 |
$4,690–$6,620
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$4,050–$5,960
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$11,080–$16,480
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Anchorage, AK → Hilo, HI. 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.
Legal name: Matson Navigation Company Of Alaska LLC
Legal name: H Kono INC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,430 to $6,590 for a studio, $6,650 to $9,890 for a one-bedroom, $11,080 to $16,480 for a two-bedroom, $17,720 to $26,370 for a three-bedroom and $24,370 to $36,250 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 3,399 road miles (2,880 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 59 hours (7 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 Alaska into Hawaii 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 $4,690 to $6,620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,050 to $5,960. 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 Anchorage–Hilo corridor.