Fairbanks, AK → Cheyenne, WY · Cross-country move

Movers from Fairbanks to Cheyenne

About 2,763 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,560–$12,740, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 31 in Cheyenne.

2,763 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,560–$12,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Road distance: ≈ 2,763 miles (2,342 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 31 (23 interstate)

Reverse: Cheyenne → Fairbanks

Moving from Fairbanks to Cheyenne is a cross-country move of roughly 2,763 road miles, heading southeast from Alaska to Wyoming.

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 $8,560 to $12,740 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 48 hours (6 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 31 around Cheyenne (23 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 Cheyenne.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and Cheyenne about 66,000. Cheyenne is the denser city (1,792 people per square mile versus 1,024 in Fairbanks), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Wyoming than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Fairbanks to Cheyenne

Full-service estimate for 2,763 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,430	$4,180	$5,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,140	$6,270	$7,640
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,560	$10,440	$12,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,700	$16,710	$20,390
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,840	$22,980	$28,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,890–$5,490

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

Portable container

$3,490–$5,130

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

Full-service mover

$8,560–$12,740

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

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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 Cheyenne (destination)

Johnson Storage&moving INC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Johnson Storage & Moving Company

USDOT: 286130
MC: 231175
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (303) 785-4349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arrow Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22889
MC: 96339
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 632-9226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miles And Son Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: M & S Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2854931
MC: 955751
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (970) 556-9366 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Cheyenne

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Jr Moves LLC

USDOT: 3056856
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (307) 757-3642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aavon Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 100277
MC: 126846
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (307) 634-4439 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle S Trucking Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996396
MC: 764024
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (307) 631-2771 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cast Cares Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2999211
MC: 1653870
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82007 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (970) 580-7868 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eye See You Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3619333
MC: 1235701
Based in: Cheyenne, WY 82001 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (808) 649-8526 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 31 movers in Cheyenne

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,430 to $5,100 for a studio, $5,140 to $7,640 for a one-bedroom, $8,560 to $12,740 for a two-bedroom, $13,700 to $20,390 for a three-bedroom and $18,840 to $28,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cheyenne from Fairbanks?

About 2,763 road miles (2,342 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Alaska into Wyoming 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 Cheyenne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,890 to $5,490 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,490 to $5,130. 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–Cheyenne corridor.