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

Movers from Fairbanks to St. Paul

About 2,895 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,990–$13,380, delivery in 7–14 days, 29 carriers on the Fairbanks side and 1,099 in St. Paul.

2,895 miroad distance
50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,990–$13,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Fairbanks, Alaska
To: St. Paul, Minnesota
Road distance: ≈ 2,895 miles (2,454 straight-line)
Drive time: 50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 29 (4 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,099 (499 interstate)

Reverse: St. Paul → Fairbanks

Moving from Fairbanks to St. Paul is a cross-country move of roughly 2,895 road miles, heading east from Alaska to Minnesota.

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 $8,990 to $13,380 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 50 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 1,099 around St. Paul (499 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. Paul.

Fairbanks has a population of about 32,000 and St. Paul about 306,684. St. Paul is the denser city (5,991 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. Paul

Full-service estimate for 2,895 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,350
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,400	$6,580	$8,030
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,990	$10,970	$13,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,390	$17,550	$21,410
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,780	$24,130	$29,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,020–$5,680

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

Portable container

$3,600–$5,300

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

Full-service mover

$8,990–$13,380

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. Paul (destination)

Bay And Bay

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bay And Bay Transfer Co INC

USDOT: 125630
MC: 87231
Based in: Eagan, MN 55121 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 360 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (651) 480-7961 Route Verify on FMCSA

Berger Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125665
MC: 35358
Based in: Saint Paul, MN 55113 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 221 trucks, 216 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (651) 634-3463 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dli

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dedicated Logistics LLC

USDOT: 618375
MC: 700327
Based in: Oakdale, MN 55128 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 213 trucks, 213 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (651) 631-5918 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sleep Number

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Select Comfort Retail Corporation

USDOT: 1245045
MC: 1516428
Based in: Minneapolis, MN 55404 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 350 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (763) 551-7019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Statewide Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Statewide Transportation LLC

USDOT: 4167647
MC: 1602419
Based in: Minneapolis, MN 55432 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 145 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (763) 218-0508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big Blue Boxes

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Portable Storage Of Mn LLC

USDOT: 978545
MC: 451529
Based in: New Brighton, MN 55112 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 113 trucks, 104 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Route Verify on FMCSA

Jefferson Lines

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jefferson Partners Lp

USDOT: 116763
MC: 252540
Based in: Minneapolis, MN 55404 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 108 trucks, 133 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (612) 359-3455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ygtc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Young Men'S Christian Association Ymca Of The Greater Twin C

USDOT: 1514687
MC: 1151708
Based in: Minneapolis, MN 55402 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 224 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (612) 230-3611 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,099 movers in St. Paul

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,600 to $5,350 for a studio, $5,400 to $8,030 for a one-bedroom, $8,990 to $13,380 for a two-bedroom, $14,390 to $21,410 for a three-bedroom and $19,780 to $29,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Paul from Fairbanks?

About 2,895 road miles (2,454 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 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. Paul?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,020 to $5,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,600 to $5,300. 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. Paul corridor.