Huntington, WV → Ketchikan, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Huntington to Ketchikan

About 2,991 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,630–$12,840, delivery in 7–14 days, 35 carriers on the Huntington side and 12 in Ketchikan.

2,991 miroad distance
52 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,630–$12,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Huntington, West Virginia
To: Ketchikan, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,991 miles (2,534 straight-line)
Drive time: 52 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 35 (21 interstate)
Movers at destination: 12 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Ketchikan → Huntington

Moving from Huntington to Ketchikan is a cross-country move of roughly 2,991 road miles, heading northwest from West Virginia 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 $8,630 to $12,840 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 52 hours (6 driving days).

On the Huntington side there are 35 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (21 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.

Huntington has a population of about 45,000 and Ketchikan about 8,000. Huntington is considerably denser (2,888 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 West 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 Huntington to Ketchikan

Full-service estimate for 2,991 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,180	$6,310	$7,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,630	$10,520	$12,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,800	$16,830	$20,540
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,980	$23,150	$28,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,120–$5,820

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

Portable container

$3,690–$5,430

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

Full-service mover

$8,630–$12,840

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Huntington (origin)

Reyburn'S Auto Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 447347
MC: 288128
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (304) 522-1171 Route Verify on FMCSA

McGee Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2549718
MC: 888099
Based in: Barboursville, WV 25504 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (304) 521-1455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Rite Transfer & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 63078
MC: 29666
Based in: Ashland, KY 41101 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (606) 325-1414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dragon Shop

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Rosco Linthicum

USDOT: 1439738
Based in: Huntington, WV 25703 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (304) 525-9596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Watts Brothers Moving And Storage Systems

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Future Enterprises Corporation

USDOT: 587135
MC: 240681
Based in: Huntington, WV 25701 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (304) 529-2360 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chesapeake Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1338118
MC: 516102
Based in: Chesapeake, OH 45619 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (740) 894-7016 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Time Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3741195
MC: 1324436
Based in: Huntington, WV 25704 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 250-9990 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sab Shippers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4260306
MC: 1652790
Based in: Wayne, WV 25570 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 962-8018 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Huntington

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 Huntington to Ketchikan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,450 to $5,130 for a studio, $5,180 to $7,700 for a one-bedroom, $8,630 to $12,840 for a two-bedroom, $13,800 to $20,540 for a three-bedroom and $18,980 to $28,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ketchikan from Huntington?

About 2,991 road miles (2,534 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 52 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 West 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 Huntington to Ketchikan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,120 to $5,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,690 to $5,430. 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 Huntington–Ketchikan corridor.