Fairbanks, AK → Savannah, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Fairbanks to Savannah

About 4,191 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,020–$16,400, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 285 in Savannah.

4,191 miroad distance
72 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,020–$16,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: Savannah, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 4,191 miles (3,551 straight-line)
Drive time: 72 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 285 (170 interstate)

Reverse: Savannah → Fairbanks

Savannah sits about 4,191 miles east of Fairbanks, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to Georgia 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 $11,020 to $16,400 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 72 hours (9 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 285 around Savannah (170 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 Savannah.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and Savannah about 149,440. Savannah is the denser city (1,384 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 Georgia than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Georgia does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fairbanks to Savannah

Full-service estimate for 4,191 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,410	$5,380	$6,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,610	$8,060	$9,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,020	$13,440	$16,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$17,630	$21,500	$26,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$24,250	$29,570	$36,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,810–$8,200

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

Portable container

$4,760–$7,000

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

Full-service mover

$11,020–$16,400

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

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Typical full-service range.

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 Savannah (destination)

Beast &queen Lllp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4329850
MC: 1690402
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40,001 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (912) 940-6386 Route Verify on FMCSA

Heavy Weight Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1716174
MC: 629425
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 144 trucks, 144 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (912) 629-0990 Route Verify on FMCSA

East Coast Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2422038
MC: 82976
Based in: Savannah, GA 31408 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 106 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (912) 748-7638 Route Verify on FMCSA

H And R Trucking

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Port City Logistics INC

USDOT: 949323
MC: 519914
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 105 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (912) 298-7150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Savannah River Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2023162
MC: 711530
Based in: Pooler, GA 31322 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 75 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (912) 450-0202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Intermodal Cargo Services Co LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 814696
MC: 222137
Based in: Savannah, GA 31401 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (912) 964-1303 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eth Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3176566
MC: 122866
Based in: Port Wentworth, GA 31407 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 31 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (815) 483-1443 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 261996
MC: 178110
Based in: Savannah, GA 31405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (912) 232-8948 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 285 movers in Savannah

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,410 to $6,560 for a studio, $6,610 to $9,840 for a one-bedroom, $11,020 to $16,400 for a two-bedroom, $17,630 to $26,230 for a three-bedroom and $24,250 to $36,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Savannah from Fairbanks?

About 4,191 road miles (3,551 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 72 hours (9 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 Georgia 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 Savannah?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,810 to $8,200 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,760 to $7,000. 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–Savannah corridor.