Hampton, VA → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Hampton to Fairbanks

About 4,009 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,050–$16,440, delivery in 7–14 days, 157 carriers on the Hampton side and 29 in Fairbanks.

4,009 miroad distance
69 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$11,050–$16,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hampton, Virginia
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 4,009 miles (3,397 straight-line)
Drive time: 69 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 157 (88 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Hampton

The route from Hampton, VA to Fairbanks, AK covers roughly 4,009 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 $11,050 to $16,440 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 69 hours (8 driving days).

On the Hampton side there are 157 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (88 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.

Hampton has a population of about 137,315 and Fairbanks about 32,000. Hampton is considerably denser (2,663 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 Virginia, 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 Hampton to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 4,009 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,420	$5,390	$6,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,630	$8,090	$9,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$11,050	$13,480	$16,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$17,680	$21,560	$26,310
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$24,310	$29,650	$36,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,470–$7,720

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

Portable container

$4,600–$6,760

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

Full-service mover

$11,050–$16,440

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 Hampton (origin)

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Accent Relocation Services INC

USDOT: 795385
MC: 354379
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23504 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (757) 625-7631 Route Verify on FMCSA

Security Storage & Van Company Of Norfolk Va INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 121073
MC: 128699
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Monroe Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 169188
MC: 129470
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (757) 466-9351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Seaford Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Seaford Transfer INC

USDOT: 537377
MC: 268065
Based in: Yorktown, VA 23692 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (757) 898-8019 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daltonkelly&sons INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2832635
MC: 5506
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (757) 309-3837 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Virginia Beach I LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3786641
MC: 1357542
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23502 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green Fuel Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1408368
MC: 534483
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23505 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (757) 348-9515 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tidewater Moving And Hauling LLC

USDOT: 2929288
MC: 1077820
Based in: Norfolk, VA 23513 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 9 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (757) 282-6344 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 157 movers in Hampton

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 Hampton to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,420 to $6,580 for a studio, $6,630 to $9,870 for a one-bedroom, $11,050 to $16,440 for a two-bedroom, $17,680 to $26,310 for a three-bedroom and $24,310 to $36,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Hampton?

About 4,009 road miles (3,397 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 69 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 Virginia 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 Hampton to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,470 to $7,720 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,600 to $6,760. 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 Hampton–Fairbanks corridor.