Bethesda, MD → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Bethesda to Juneau

About 3,334 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,070–$14,980, delivery in 7–14 days, 660 carriers on the Bethesda side and 7 in Juneau.

3,334 miroad distance
58 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,070–$14,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Bethesda, Maryland
To: Juneau, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,334 miles (2,825 straight-line)
Drive time: 58 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 660 (397 interstate)
Movers at destination: 7 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Juneau → Bethesda

The route from Bethesda, MD to Juneau, AK covers roughly 3,334 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 $10,070 to $14,980 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 58 hours (7 driving days).

On the Bethesda side there are 660 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (397 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.

Bethesda has a population of about 68,000 and Juneau about 32,000. Bethesda is considerably denser (5,132 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 Maryland, 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 Bethesda to Juneau

Full-service estimate for 3,334 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,030	$4,910	$5,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,040	$7,370	$8,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,070	$12,280	$14,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,110	$19,650	$23,980
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,160	$27,020	$32,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,630–$6,530

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

Portable container

$4,000–$5,880

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

Full-service mover

$10,070–$14,980

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Bethesda (origin)

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Global Solutions Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308320
MC: 1053236
Based in: Beltsville, MD 20705 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 46 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (240) 805-4447 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3588170
MC: 1214409
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

F4l Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3268506
MC: 1031430
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20785 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (702) 366-6000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bookstore Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2005212
MC: 707471
Based in: Hyattsville, MD 20781 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (202) 570-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 660 movers in Bethesda

Near Juneau (destination)

Reliable Freight Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliable Transfer Corp

USDOT: 125105
MC: 123297
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 723-2896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Rental

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jag Rental LLC

USDOT: 2443480
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (907) 780-5499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Electric

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ever Electric INC

USDOT: 1776172
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (907) 780-2280 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tveten Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Kurt Tveten

USDOT: 1472677
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (907) 209-8078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rock Dog Courier

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Michael Rarick

USDOT: 2545840
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (907) 957-0146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icy Strait Point

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Icy Strait Point LLC

USDOT: 1659680
MC: 70657
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 789-8519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hill Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Trevor Hill

USDOT: 2207069
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (907) 209-8013 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Juneau

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bethesda to Juneau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,030 to $5,990 for a studio, $6,040 to $8,990 for a one-bedroom, $10,070 to $14,980 for a two-bedroom, $16,110 to $23,980 for a three-bedroom and $22,160 to $32,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Juneau from Bethesda?

About 3,334 road miles (2,825 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 58 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 Maryland 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 Bethesda to Juneau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,630 to $6,530 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,000 to $5,880. 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 Bethesda–Juneau corridor.