Anchorage, AK

Fort Worth, TX → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Fort Worth to Anchorage

About 3,578 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,970–$14,830, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,811 carriers on the Fort Worth side and 123 in Anchorage.

  • 3,578 miroad distance
  • 62 hours (7 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,970–$14,8302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,578 miles (3,032 straight-line)
Drive time
62 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
2,811 (1,207 interstate)
Movers at destination
123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Fort Worth

Anchorage sits about 3,578 miles northwest of Fort Worth, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas 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 $9,970 to $14,830 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 62 hours (7 driving days).

On the Fort Worth side there are 2,811 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 123 around Anchorage (34 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 Anchorage.

Fort Worth has a population of about 1 million and Anchorage about 287,155. Fort Worth is considerably denser (2,646 people per square mile versus 171), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Fort Worth to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 3,578 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,990 $4,860 $5,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,980 $7,290 $8,900
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,970 $12,150 $14,830
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $15,950 $19,450 $23,720
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $21,930 $26,740 $32,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,880–$6,880

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

Portable container

$4,210–$6,200

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

Full-service mover

$9,970–$14,830

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Fort Worth (origin)

Klb Sons

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1836511
MC
665731
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
761 trucks, 706 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Norco

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
985416
MC
417025
Based in
Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
237 trucks, 223 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Americanstar Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1986353
MC
703067
Based in
North Richland, TX 76182 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
201 trucks, 296 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

DC Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1018527
MC
427093
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76111 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
172 trucks, 165 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2927239
MC
987973
Based in
Pantego, TX 76013 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

2131 Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3762851
MC
1340310
Based in
Saginaw, TX 76179 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
130 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Otw Frontline LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3977236
MC
1488003
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76140 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
110 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

K1 Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3150859
MC
104781
Based in
Fort Worth, TX 76118 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

All 2,811 movers in Fort Worth

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
19594
MC
96612
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
130 trucks, 190 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Northern Sales Company INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1658469
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
74 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

World-Wide Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248628
MC
175685
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Aaa Moving Ak INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
466500
MC
251830
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Cooley Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1647697
MC
1766634
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

United Freight & Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
313239
MC
232126
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
42 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Golden North Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
163057
MC
140586
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Air Land Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
125030
MC
119402
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Fort Worth to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,990 to $5,930 for a studio, $5,980 to $8,900 for a one-bedroom, $9,970 to $14,830 for a two-bedroom, $15,950 to $23,720 for a three-bedroom and $21,930 to $32,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Fort Worth?

About 3,578 road miles (3,032 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 62 hours (7 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 Texas 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.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Fort Worth to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,880 to $6,880 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,210 to $6,200. 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 Fort Worth–Anchorage corridor.