Baton Rouge, LA → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Baton Rouge to Anchorage

About 3,975 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,400–$15,480, delivery in 7–14 days, 196 carriers on the Baton Rouge side and 123 in Anchorage.

3,975 miroad distance
69 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,400–$15,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,975 miles (3,369 straight-line)
Drive time: 69 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 196 (102 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Baton Rouge

The route from Baton Rouge, LA to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 3,975 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 $10,400 to $15,480 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 69 hours (8 driving days).

On the Baton Rouge side there are 196 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (102 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.

Baton Rouge has a population of about 222,795 and Anchorage about 287,155. Baton Rouge is considerably denser (2,636 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 Louisiana, 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 Baton Rouge to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 3,975 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,160	$5,080	$6,190
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,240	$7,610	$9,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,400	$12,690	$15,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,650	$20,300	$24,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,890	$27,920	$34,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,430–$7,670

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

Portable container

$4,570–$6,720

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

Full-service mover

$10,400–$15,480

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 Baton Rouge (origin)

Ferrara Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1972988
MC: 698068
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70817 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 99 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (225) 757-5268 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 348258
MC: 652592
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (225) 444-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Derashnie Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1209842
MC: 481164
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70805 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 64 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (225) 346-6760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosco Contracting LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3532960
MC: 1176827
Based in: Port Allen, LA 70767 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (225) 228-2773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Double F Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1447929
MC: 547179
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (225) 408-3558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hwj Legacy LLC

USDOT: 2147737
MC: 746991
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (205) 412-6757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb3 Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4209169
MC: 1628424
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (225) 268-9184 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Baton Rouge LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1980694
MC: 701686
Based in: Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 196 movers in Baton Rouge

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Matson Navigation Company Of Alaska LLC

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

Call (907) 263-5045 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 929-3323 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 349-2581 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 276-7330 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 600-3528 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 272-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 349-3511 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 248-0362 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Baton Rouge to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,160 to $6,190 for a studio, $6,240 to $9,290 for a one-bedroom, $10,400 to $15,480 for a two-bedroom, $16,650 to $24,770 for a three-bedroom and $22,890 to $34,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Baton Rouge?

About 3,975 road miles (3,369 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 Louisiana 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 Baton Rouge to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,430 to $7,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,570 to $6,720. 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 Baton Rouge–Anchorage corridor.