Gulfport, MS → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Gulfport to Fairbanks

About 4,036 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,260–$15,270, delivery in 7–14 days, 66 carriers on the Gulfport side and 29 in Fairbanks.

4,036 miroad distance
70 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,260–$15,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Gulfport, Mississippi
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 4,036 miles (3,420 straight-line)
Drive time: 70 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 66 (51 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Gulfport

The route from Gulfport, MS to Fairbanks, AK covers roughly 4,036 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $10,260 to $15,270 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 70 hours (8 driving days).

On the Gulfport side there are 66 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (51 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.

Gulfport has a population of about 72,000 and Fairbanks about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,311 and 1,024 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Alaska is a higher-cost state than Mississippi, 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 Gulfport to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 4,036 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,100	$5,010	$6,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,160	$7,510	$9,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,260	$12,510	$15,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,420	$20,020	$24,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,570	$27,530	$33,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,500–$7,760

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

Portable container

$4,620–$6,800

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

Full-service mover

$10,260–$15,270

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 Gulfport (origin)

John Fayard Moving & Warehousing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043597
MC: 432866
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (228) 864-2262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Laynjaye Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4105938
MC: 1567262
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39531 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (772) 284-2519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gollott & Sons Transfer & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 87824
MC: 120472
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39507 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gulf Coast Movers INC

USDOT: 2362630
MC: 809860
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (228) 284-1736 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pro Star Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2637990
MC: 918945
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (228) 596-8060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving & Storage Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 173885
MC: 145591
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39501 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (228) 863-5212 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1446255
MC: 1268134
Based in: Biloxi, MS 39530 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (228) 386-7559 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gibson Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4 J'S Truck & Transport LLC

USDOT: 1631298
MC: 601748
Based in: Gulfport, MS 39503 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (888) 544-2766 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 66 movers in Gulfport

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,100 to $6,110 for a studio, $6,160 to $9,160 for a one-bedroom, $10,260 to $15,270 for a two-bedroom, $16,420 to $24,430 for a three-bedroom and $22,570 to $33,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Gulfport?

About 4,036 road miles (3,420 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 70 hours (8 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 Mississippi 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 Gulfport to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,500 to $7,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,620 to $6,800. 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 Gulfport–Fairbanks corridor.