Carbondale, IL → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Carbondale to Juneau

About 2,900 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,080–$13,510, delivery in 7–14 days, 34 carriers on the Carbondale side and 7 in Juneau.

2,900 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,080–$13,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Carbondale, Illinois
To: Juneau, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,900 miles (2,457 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 34 (24 interstate)
Movers at destination: 7 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Juneau → Carbondale

The route from Carbondale, IL to Juneau, AK covers roughly 2,900 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 $9,080 to $13,510 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Carbondale side there are 34 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (24 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.

Carbondale has a population of about 22,000 and Juneau about 32,000. Carbondale is considerably denser (1,435 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 Illinois, 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 Carbondale to Juneau

Full-service estimate for 2,900 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,630	$4,430	$5,400
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,450	$6,650	$8,110
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,080	$11,080	$13,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,530	$17,720	$21,620
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,980	$24,370	$29,730

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,030–$5,690

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

Portable container

$3,610–$5,310

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

Full-service mover

$9,080–$13,510

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Carbondale (origin)

Shawnee Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 214203
MC: 160321
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (618) 988-1621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bost Truck Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124296
MC: 36854
Based in: Murphsboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 684-3166 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & D Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 78400
MC: 227559
Based in: Carbondale, IL 62901 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (618) 351-1616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burford Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Burford Trucking LLC

USDOT: 709405
MC: 327994
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (618) 579-8587 Route Verify on FMCSA

Universal Moving Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273061
MC: 776313
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (618) 942-2994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ma Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mohammad Ali Agha

USDOT: 831830
MC: 365197
Based in: Murphysboro, IL 62966 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (618) 565-1306 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Four Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4345279
MC: 1698307
Based in: Herrin, IL 62948 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (618) 253-9275 Route Verify on FMCSA

Howling Mad Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3330971
MC: 1061482
Based in: Zeigler, IL 62999 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (618) 751-5577 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 34 movers in Carbondale

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 Carbondale to Juneau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,630 to $5,400 for a studio, $5,450 to $8,110 for a one-bedroom, $9,080 to $13,510 for a two-bedroom, $14,530 to $21,620 for a three-bedroom and $19,980 to $29,730 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Juneau from Carbondale?

About 2,900 road miles (2,457 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 hours (6 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 Illinois 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 Carbondale to Juneau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,030 to $5,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,610 to $5,310. 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 Carbondale–Juneau corridor.