Clearwater, FL → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Clearwater to Anchorage

About 4,468 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,710–$17,420, delivery in 7–14 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 123 in Anchorage.

4,468 miroad distance
77 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,710–$17,4202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clearwater, Florida
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 4,468 miles (3,786 straight-line)
Drive time: 77 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Clearwater

The route from Clearwater, FL to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 4,468 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 $11,710 to $17,420 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 77 hours (9 driving days).

On the Clearwater side there are 361 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 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.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Anchorage about 287,155. Clearwater is considerably denser (4,494 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 Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 4,468 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,680	$5,710	$6,970
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$7,020	$8,570	$10,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,710	$14,280	$17,420
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,730	$22,850	$27,870
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,760	$31,410	$38,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,090–$8,600

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

Portable container

$5,010–$7,360

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

Full-service mover

$11,710–$17,420

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Clearwater (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1208624
MC: 480786
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436639
MC: 1114981
Based in: Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616398
MC: 597443
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1945381
MC: 692474
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

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 Clearwater to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,680 to $6,970 for a studio, $7,020 to $10,450 for a one-bedroom, $11,710 to $17,420 for a two-bedroom, $18,730 to $27,870 for a three-bedroom and $25,760 to $38,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Clearwater?

About 4,468 road miles (3,786 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 77 hours (9 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 Florida 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 Clearwater to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,090 to $8,600 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $5,010 to $7,360. 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 Clearwater–Anchorage corridor.