Fairbanks, AK

Greeley, CO → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Greeley to Fairbanks

About 2,814 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,050–$13,460, delivery in 7–14 days, 112 carriers on the Greeley side and 29 in Fairbanks.

  • 2,814 miroad distance
  • 49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $9,050–$13,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,814 miles (2,385 straight-line)
Drive time
49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
112 (61 interstate)
Movers at destination
29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Greeley

Moving from Greeley to Fairbanks is a cross-country move of roughly 2,814 road miles, heading northwest from Colorado to Alaska.

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 $9,050 to $13,460 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 Greeley side there are 112 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (61 of them authorized for interstate work), and 29 around Fairbanks (4 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 Fairbanks.

Greeley has a population of about 115,073 and Fairbanks about 32,000. Greeley is considerably denser (2,225 people per square mile versus 1,024), 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 Colorado, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Alaska levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Greeley to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 2,814 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,620 $4,410 $5,380
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,430 $6,620 $8,080
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $9,050 $11,030 $13,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,480 $17,660 $21,540
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,910 $24,280 $29,620

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,560

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,190

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

Full-service mover

$9,050–$13,460

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Greeley (origin)

Jbs Carriers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
184843
MC
152285
Based in
Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1,188 trucks, 573 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Skybridge Delivery LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3327639
MC
1060138
Based in
Windsor, CO 80550 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
68 trucks, 175 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Full Scale Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2209328
MC
767901
Based in
Eaton, CO 80615 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
59 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Preferred Cartage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
659257
MC
309159
Based in
Greeley, CO 80631 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
53 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Exodus Moving Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
675502
MC
311727
Based in
Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Hawa Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3353688
MC
1072633
Based in
Johnstown, CO 80534 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Bulk Transporters INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
110281
MC
116645
Based in
Gilcrest, CO 80623 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Workspace Innovations LTD

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1830434
MC
704755
Based in
Fort Collins, CO 80528 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

All 112 movers in Greeley

Near Fairbanks (destination)

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

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

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

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

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

Dirty Deeds Auto

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1650238
Based in
North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

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

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

All 29 movers in Fairbanks

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,620 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,430 to $8,080 for a one-bedroom, $9,050 to $13,460 for a two-bedroom, $14,480 to $21,540 for a three-bedroom and $19,910 to $29,620 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Greeley?

About 2,814 road miles (2,385 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 Colorado 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 Greeley to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,190. 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 Greeley–Fairbanks corridor.