Anchorage, AK

Atlanta, GA → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Atlanta to Anchorage

About 4,012 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,710–$15,940, delivery in 7–14 days, 3,398 carriers on the Atlanta side and 123 in Anchorage.

  • 4,012 miroad distance
  • 69 hours (8 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,710–$15,9402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 4,012 miles (3,400 straight-line)
Drive time
69 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
3,398 (1,586 interstate)
Movers at destination
123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Atlanta

The route from Atlanta, GA to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 4,012 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 $10,710 to $15,940 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 69 hours (8 driving days).

On the Atlanta side there are 3,398 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,586 of them authorized for interstate work), and 123 around Anchorage (34 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 Anchorage.

Atlanta has a population of about 529,110 and Anchorage about 287,155. Atlanta is considerably denser (3,686 people per square mile versus 171), 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 Georgia, 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 Atlanta to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 4,012 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,290 $5,230 $6,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,430 $7,840 $9,560
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,710 $13,060 $15,940
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $17,140 $20,900 $25,500
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $23,570 $28,740 $35,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,470–$7,730

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

Portable container

$4,600–$6,770

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

Full-service mover

$10,710–$15,940

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Atlanta (origin)

The Home Depot

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
334286
MC
1060197
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
639 trucks, 1,072 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4445950
MC
1751299
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30349 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,000 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

B A H Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
467100
MC
236232
Based in
Conley, GA 30288 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
160 trucks, 132 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

S P Richards Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
233221
MC
1727004
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered
1983

Ssb Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1041301
MC
664290
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30326 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
132 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Napa Rayloc Rmds Quaker City Motor Parts Global Parts

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3774
MC
168488
Based in
Atlanta, GA 30339 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Cdt INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
617228
MC
295835
Based in
Forest Park, GA 30297 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
65 trucks, 114 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Bulldog Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1187702
MC
469637
Based in
Doraville, GA 30340 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
57 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 3,398 movers in Atlanta

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
19594
MC
96612
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
130 trucks, 190 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Northern Sales Company INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1658469
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

World-Wide Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248628
MC
175685
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Aaa Moving Ak INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466500
MC
251830
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Cooley Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1647697
MC
1766634
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

United Freight & Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
313239
MC
232126
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Golden North Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
163057
MC
140586
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Air Land Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125030
MC
119402
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Atlanta to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,290 to $6,380 for a studio, $6,430 to $9,560 for a one-bedroom, $10,710 to $15,940 for a two-bedroom, $17,140 to $25,500 for a three-bedroom and $23,570 to $35,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Atlanta?

About 4,012 road miles (3,400 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 69 hours (8 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 Georgia 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 Atlanta to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,470 to $7,730 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,600 to $6,770. 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 Atlanta–Anchorage corridor.