Fairbanks, AK

Gresham, OR → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Gresham to Fairbanks

About 1,937 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,470–$11,110, delivery in 5–10 days, 408 carriers on the Gresham side and 29 in Fairbanks.

  • 1,937 miroad distance
  • 34 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,470–$11,1102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,937 miles (1,642 straight-line)
Drive time
34 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
408 (317 interstate)
Movers at destination
29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Gresham

Fairbanks sits about 1,937 miles northwest of Gresham, which makes this an interstate relocation from Oregon 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 $7,470 to $11,110 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 34 hours (4 driving days).

On the Gresham side there are 408 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (317 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.

Gresham has a population of about 111,513 and Fairbanks about 32,000. Gresham is considerably denser (4,862 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 Oregon, 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 Gresham to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 1,937 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,990 $3,640 $4,450
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,480 $5,470 $6,670
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,470 $9,110 $11,110
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,950 $14,580 $17,780
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $16,430 $20,040 $24,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,740–$3,870

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

Portable container

$2,750–$4,040

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

Full-service mover

$7,470–$11,110

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 Gresham (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

All Service Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1863079
MC
722865
Based in
Portland, OR 97214 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
100 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Mitchell Bros Truck Line INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
248002
MC
32882
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98661 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 64 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Skyline Transport Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2363186
MC
810023
Based in
Vancouver, WA 98682 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Gforce Delivery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3436341
MC
1119093
Based in
Damascus, OR 97089 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Adc Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
61733
MC
581707
Based in
Portland, OR 97220 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Suddath Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2482348
MC
857396
Based in
Portland, OR 97211 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Cor

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2332103
MC
1261745
Based in
Portland, OR 97230 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
26 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 408 movers in Gresham

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 Gresham to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,990 to $4,450 for a studio, $4,480 to $6,670 for a one-bedroom, $7,470 to $11,110 for a two-bedroom, $11,950 to $17,780 for a three-bedroom and $16,430 to $24,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Gresham?

About 1,937 road miles (1,642 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 34 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Oregon 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 Gresham to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,740 to $3,870 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,750 to $4,040. 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 Gresham–Fairbanks corridor.