Durham, NC → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Durham to Juneau

About 3,442 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,690–$14,410, delivery in 7–14 days, 338 carriers on the Durham side and 7 in Juneau.

3,442 miroad distance
60 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,690–$14,4102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Durham, North Carolina
To: Juneau, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,442 miles (2,917 straight-line)
Drive time: 60 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 338 (194 interstate)
Movers at destination: 7 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Juneau → Durham

Moving from Durham to Juneau is a cross-country move of roughly 3,442 road miles, heading northwest from North Carolina 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 $9,690 to $14,410 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 60 hours (7 driving days).

On the Durham side there are 338 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (194 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.

Durham has a population of about 305,561 and Juneau about 32,000. Durham is considerably denser (2,513 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 North Carolina, 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 Durham to Juneau

Full-service estimate for 3,442 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,870	$4,730	$5,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,810	$7,090	$8,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,690	$11,810	$14,410
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,500	$18,900	$23,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,310	$25,990	$31,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,740–$6,690

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

Portable container

$4,090–$6,020

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

Full-service mover

$9,690–$14,410

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 Durham (origin)

Pax Logistix

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pax Logistix LLC

USDOT: 3319990
MC: 1056199
Based in: Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (919) 961-7665 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trosa Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers INC

USDOT: 675014
MC: 315111
Based in: Durham, NC 27701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (919) 419-1059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 338 movers in Durham

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 Durham to Juneau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,870 to $5,770 for a studio, $5,810 to $8,650 for a one-bedroom, $9,690 to $14,410 for a two-bedroom, $15,500 to $23,060 for a three-bedroom and $21,310 to $31,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Juneau from Durham?

About 3,442 road miles (2,917 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 60 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 North Carolina 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 Durham to Juneau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,740 to $6,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,090 to $6,020. 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 Durham–Juneau corridor.