Fairbanks, AK → Poughkeepsie, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Fairbanks to Poughkeepsie

About 3,774 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,440–$17,020, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 267 in Poughkeepsie.

3,774 miroad distance
65 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,440–$17,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: Poughkeepsie, New York
Road distance: ≈ 3,774 miles (3,199 straight-line)
Drive time: 65 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 267 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Poughkeepsie → Fairbanks

Moving from Fairbanks to Poughkeepsie is a cross-country move of roughly 3,774 road miles, heading east from Alaska to New York.

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 $11,440 to $17,020 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 65 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 267 around Poughkeepsie (103 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 Poughkeepsie.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and Poughkeepsie about 32,000. Poughkeepsie is the denser city (6,137 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 New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fairbanks to Poughkeepsie

Full-service estimate for 3,774 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	$6,860	$8,370	$10,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,440	$13,950	$17,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$18,300	$22,320	$27,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$25,160	$30,690	$37,440

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,230–$7,380

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

Portable container

$4,390–$6,450

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

Full-service mover

$11,440–$17,020

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 Poughkeepsie (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57976
MC: 3748
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 471-1504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lightning Express Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 871631
MC: 421420
Based in: Gardiner, NY 12525 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (845) 883-4343 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCollister's Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: McCollister's Transportation Group INC

USDOT: 289344
MC: 668184
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (609) 526-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Finnegan'S Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Signature Worldwide Relocation Newburgh INC

USDOT: 17724
MC: 111474
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 564-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nembhard Fiber Construction LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4370692
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 702-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Bottling Of Milton New York INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 568013
MC: 277000
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (845) 795-2171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Pallet Recyclers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076753
MC: 65716
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (845) 264-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hot Tub Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3555369
MC: 1192173
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (845) 926-7438 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 267 movers in Poughkeepsie

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,580 to $6,810 for a studio, $6,860 to $10,210 for a one-bedroom, $11,440 to $17,020 for a two-bedroom, $18,300 to $27,230 for a three-bedroom and $25,160 to $37,440 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Poughkeepsie from Fairbanks?

About 3,774 road miles (3,199 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 65 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 New York 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 Poughkeepsie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,230 to $7,380 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,390 to $6,450. 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–Poughkeepsie corridor.