Fairfield, CA → Wasilla, AK · Cross-country move
About 2,348 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,820–$13,130, delivery in 7–14 days, 112 carriers on the Fairfield side and 49 in Wasilla.
Wasilla sits about 2,348 miles northwest of Fairfield, which makes this an interstate relocation from California to Alaska 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 $8,820 to $13,130 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 41 hours (5 driving days).
On the Fairfield side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (39 of them authorized for interstate work), and 49 around Wasilla (6 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 Wasilla.
Fairfield has a population of about 122,489 and Wasilla about 11,000. Fairfield is considerably denser (2,882 people per square mile versus 730), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,530 | $4,300 | $5,250 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,290 | $6,460 | $7,880 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,820 | $10,760 | $13,130 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $14,120 | $17,210 | $21,000 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $19,410 | $23,670 | $28,880 |
$3,310–$4,680
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,120–$4,580
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,820–$13,130
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Fairfield, CA → Wasilla, AK. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Sharjo LLC
Legal name: Cassil Freight INC
Legal name: Metropolitan Van & Storage INC
Legal name: Durkee Drayage Company
Legal name: Ace Towing
Legal name: Johns General Contracting INC
Legal name: Charles Conrad
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,530 to $5,250 for a studio, $5,290 to $7,880 for a one-bedroom, $8,820 to $13,130 for a two-bedroom, $14,120 to $21,000 for a three-bedroom and $19,410 to $28,880 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,348 road miles (1,990 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 41 hours (5 driving days).
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.
Yes. Crossing from California into Alaska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,310 to $4,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,120 to $4,580. 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.
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 Fairfield–Wasilla corridor.