Hialeah, FL → Ketchikan, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Hialeah to Ketchikan

About 3,856 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,640–$15,820, delivery in 7–14 days, 2,142 carriers on the Hialeah side and 12 in Ketchikan.

3,856 miroad distance
67 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,640–$15,8202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hialeah, Florida
To: Ketchikan, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,856 miles (3,267 straight-line)
Drive time: 67 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,142 (675 interstate)
Movers at destination: 12 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Ketchikan → Hialeah

Ketchikan sits about 3,856 miles northwest of Hialeah, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida 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 $10,640 to $15,820 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 67 hours (8 driving days).

On the Hialeah side there are 2,142 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (675 of them authorized for interstate work), and 12 around Ketchikan (1 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 Ketchikan.

Hialeah has a population of about 230,968 and Ketchikan about 8,000. Hialeah is considerably denser (10,329 people per square mile versus 2,147), 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 Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hialeah to Ketchikan

Full-service estimate for 3,856 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,250	$5,190	$6,330
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,380	$7,780	$9,490
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,640	$12,970	$15,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$17,020	$20,750	$25,320
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$23,400	$28,540	$34,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,310–$7,500

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

Portable container

$4,460–$6,560

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

Full-service mover

$10,640–$15,820

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Hialeah (origin)

American Oni LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5711188
MC: 95178387
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,107 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (305) 780-2146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperial Brady

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dade Paper & Bag LLC

USDOT: 825788
MC: 9440
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33018 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 610 trucks, 551 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (305) 805-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

M C I Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: A J T Trucking INC

USDOT: 263813
MC: 186356
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 313 trucks, 301 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mci Xpress

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mak Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1876301
MC: 677204
Based in: Medley, FL 33178 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 316 trucks, 316 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (305) 688-6622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ryder Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 299073
MC: 191394
Based in: Coral Gables, FL 33134 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4,471 trucks, 6,210 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (786) 247-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

North American Transport Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: North American Transport Services LLC

USDOT: 1284430
MC: 494689
Based in: Opa Locka, FL 33054 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 220 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 455-1150 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firststop Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4296088
MC: 1672392
Based in: Miami Gardens, FL 33055 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (832) 904-0352 Route Verify on FMCSA

Potage Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4246651
MC: 1645441
Based in: Hialeah, FL 33012 (0 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 122 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (954) 243-4597 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,142 movers in Hialeah

Near Ketchikan (destination)

Aero Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trajen Flight Support

USDOT: 662728
MC: 650572
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (907) 789-0055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bam LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mark Johnson

USDOT: 2019155
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (907) 247-2266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cm Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1680844
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 225-0846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Summit Trucking Ll

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1758426
Based in: Craig, AK 99921 (42 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (907) 225-5035 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bergeron Construction Company LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1592583
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 247-0524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mike R Bellanich

USDOT: 1659140
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 220-6574 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan'S Automotive Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Poirier

USDOT: 1795916
Based in: Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (907) 254-4659 Route Verify on FMCSA

Organized Village Of Saxman Saxman Ira Council

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2310192
Based in: Saxman, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (907) 247-2502 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Ketchikan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hialeah to Ketchikan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,250 to $6,330 for a studio, $6,380 to $9,490 for a one-bedroom, $10,640 to $15,820 for a two-bedroom, $17,020 to $25,320 for a three-bedroom and $23,400 to $34,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ketchikan from Hialeah?

About 3,856 road miles (3,267 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 67 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 Florida 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 Hialeah to Ketchikan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,310 to $7,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,460 to $6,560. 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 Hialeah–Ketchikan corridor.