Fairbanks, AK → St. Cloud, MN · Cross-country move

Movers from Fairbanks to St. Cloud

About 2,821 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,860–$13,190, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 243 in St. Cloud.

2,821 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,860–$13,1902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 2,821 miles (2,391 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 243 (91 interstate)

Reverse: St. Cloud → Fairbanks

St. Cloud sits about 2,821 miles east of Fairbanks, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to Minnesota 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 $8,860 to $13,190 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 49 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 243 around St. Cloud (91 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 St. Cloud.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and St. Cloud about 69,000. St. Cloud is the denser city (1,713 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 Minnesota than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Minnesota does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Fairbanks to St. Cloud

Full-service estimate for 2,821 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,540	$4,320	$5,270
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,320	$6,480	$7,910
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,860	$10,810	$13,190
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,180	$17,290	$21,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,500	$23,780	$29,010

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,950–$5,570

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

Portable container

$3,540–$5,200

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

Full-service mover

$8,860–$13,190

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 St. Cloud (destination)

Spee Dee Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 247570
MC: 171133
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 560 trucks, 1,025 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 251-6697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ats INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 606920
MC: 286926
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 318 trucks, 291 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (320) 255-7400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Huls Bros Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2825526
MC: 395713
Based in: St Joseph, MN 56374 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (320) 363-7915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cool Fuel Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Arfsten Transfer INC

USDOT: 242597
MC: 173128
Based in: Clearwater, MN 55320 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (320) 558-9307 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interstate Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Andy'S Towing LLC

USDOT: 2551684
MC: 889071
Based in: St Cloud, MN 56304 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (320) 251-5691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ad Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3548179
MC: 1187304
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (612) 876-8721 Route Verify on FMCSA

Unique Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896983
MC: 1347632
Based in: Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (320) 237-3776 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deero LLC Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718717
MC: 1308072
Based in: Saint Cloud, MN 56301 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 985-3489 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in St. Cloud

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fairbanks to St. Cloud?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,540 to $5,270 for a studio, $5,320 to $7,910 for a one-bedroom, $8,860 to $13,190 for a two-bedroom, $14,180 to $21,100 for a three-bedroom and $19,500 to $29,010 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Cloud from Fairbanks?

About 2,821 road miles (2,391 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Minnesota 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 St. Cloud?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,950 to $5,570 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,540 to $5,200. 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–St. Cloud corridor.