Fairbanks, AK → Boston, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fairbanks to Boston

About 3,828 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,450–$17,030, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 918 in Boston.

3,828 miroad distance
66 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,450–$17,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: Boston, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 3,828 miles (3,244 straight-line)
Drive time: 66 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 918 (554 interstate)

Reverse: Boston → Fairbanks

Boston sits about 3,828 miles east of Fairbanks, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to Massachusetts that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $11,450 to $17,030 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 66 hours (8 driving days).

On the Fairbanks side there are 29 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (4 of them authorized for interstate work), and 918 around Boston (554 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 Boston.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and Boston about 672,973. Boston is the denser city (13,989 people per square mile versus 1,024 in Fairbanks), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Massachusetts does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fairbanks to Boston

Full-service estimate for 3,828 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,580	$5,580	$6,810
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,870	$8,370	$10,220
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,450	$13,960	$17,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,310	$22,330	$27,250
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,180	$30,710	$37,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,280–$7,460

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

Portable container

$4,440–$6,520

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

Full-service mover

$11,450–$17,030

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 Fairbanks (origin)

Metcalf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2349839
MC: 1059335
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (435) 272-7743 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Label Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3988849
MC: 1709128
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (907) 388-4436 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountain Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069052
MC: 446046
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (907) 590-4922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elsberry Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1594611
MC: 961613
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-0588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moonlighting Construction INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1633146
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 457-6638 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Deeds Auto

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dirty Deeds INC

USDOT: 1650238
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-1477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axle Towing LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4067541
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (907) 488-5656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Classic Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2312319
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (907) 479-6248 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Fairbanks

Near Boston (destination)

Iron Mountain Information Management Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 338113
MC: 830455
Based in: Boston, MA 02110 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,404 trucks, 2,716 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (339) 235-0375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gentle Giant Interstate Company LLC

USDOT: 373544
MC: 218762
Based in: Winchester, MA 01890 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 88 trucks, 253 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (617) 661-3333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Olympia Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Spike INC

USDOT: 597632
MC: 288585
Based in: Watertown, MA 02472 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 70 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (617) 926-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Usaco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Usart Company INC

USDOT: 387213
MC: 158735
Based in: Randolph, MA 02368 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 53 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (781) 986-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crimson Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3461366
MC: 1129943
Based in: Cambridge, MA 02141 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (201) 899-1365 Route Verify on FMCSA

C & W Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 9354
MC: 277023
Based in: Lexington, MA 02420 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (617) 930-9902 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stairhopper Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1696867
MC: 623045
Based in: Everett, MA 02149 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (857) 928-0876 Route Verify on FMCSA

Family Delivery Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3456438
MC: 1132315
Based in: Revere, MA 02151 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (617) 767-3561 Route Verify on FMCSA

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fairbanks to Boston?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,580 to $6,810 for a studio, $6,870 to $10,220 for a one-bedroom, $11,450 to $17,030 for a two-bedroom, $18,310 to $27,250 for a three-bedroom and $25,180 to $37,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boston from Fairbanks?

About 3,828 road miles (3,244 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 66 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 Alaska into Massachusetts 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 Fairbanks to Boston?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,280 to $7,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,440 to $6,520. 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 Fairbanks–Boston corridor.