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

Movers from Columbus to Anchorage

About 4,078 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,830–$16,110, delivery in 7–14 days, 138 carriers on the Columbus side and 123 in Anchorage.

4,078 miroad distance
71 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,830–$16,1102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbus, Georgia
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 4,078 miles (3,456 straight-line)
Drive time: 71 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 138 (70 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Columbus

Moving from Columbus to Anchorage is a cross-country move of roughly 4,078 road miles, heading northwest from Georgia to Alaska.

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 $10,830 to $16,110 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 71 hours (8 driving days).

On the Columbus side there are 138 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (70 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.

Columbus has a population of about 202,171 and Anchorage about 287,155. Columbus is considerably denser (956 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 Columbus to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 4,078 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,330	$5,280	$6,440
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,500	$7,920	$9,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,830	$13,200	$16,110
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$17,320	$21,120	$25,770
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$23,820	$29,050	$35,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,690–$8,030

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

Portable container

$4,660–$6,850

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

Full-service mover

$10,830–$16,110

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 Columbus (origin)

Transworth Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2392424
MC: 822379
Based in: Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (706) 221-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aflac INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 814481
Based in: Columbus, GA 31999 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (706) 596-3247 Verify on FMCSA

McCarley Moving And Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 92776
MC: 129383
Based in: Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (706) 561-5585 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1119388
MC: 458315
Based in: Columbus, GA 31906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 718-1244 Route Verify on FMCSA

Np Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Np Trans INC

USDOT: 3040529
MC: 44363
Based in: Columbus, GA 31909 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (760) 544-6128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck - Columbus

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Nbf Columbus LLC

USDOT: 4300155
MC: 1674563
Based in: Columbus, GA 31904 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (706) 352-9518 Route Verify on FMCSA

Als Van Line Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 539836
MC: 268369
Based in: Columbus, GA 31903 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (404) 629-0223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smith Transportation Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1873589
MC: 676526
Based in: Upatoi, GA 31829 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (706) 587-6299 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 138 movers in Columbus

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 Columbus to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,330 to $6,440 for a studio, $6,500 to $9,660 for a one-bedroom, $10,830 to $16,110 for a two-bedroom, $17,320 to $25,770 for a three-bedroom and $23,820 to $35,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Columbus?

About 4,078 road miles (3,456 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 71 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 Columbus to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,690 to $8,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,660 to $6,850. 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 Columbus–Anchorage corridor.