Juneau, AK → Cary, NC · Cross-country move

Movers from Juneau to Cary

About 3,458 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,710–$14,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 7 carriers on the Juneau side and 514 in Cary.

3,458 miroad distance
60 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,710–$14,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Juneau, Alaska
To: Cary, North Carolina
Road distance: ≈ 3,458 miles (2,930 straight-line)
Drive time: 60 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 514 (277 interstate)

Reverse: Cary → Juneau

Moving from Juneau to Cary is a cross-country move of roughly 3,458 road miles, heading east from Alaska to North Carolina.

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 $9,710 to $14,450 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 60 hours (7 driving days).

On the Juneau side there are 7 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 of them authorized for interstate work), and 514 around Cary (277 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 Cary.

Juneau has a population of about 32,000 and Cary about 183,582. Cary is the denser city (2,951 people per square mile versus 12 in Juneau), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in North Carolina than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that North Carolina does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Juneau to Cary

Full-service estimate for 3,458 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,890	$4,740	$5,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,830	$7,110	$8,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,710	$11,850	$14,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,540	$18,960	$23,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,370	$26,060	$31,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,750–$6,710

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

Portable container

$4,110–$6,040

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

Full-service mover

$9,710–$14,450

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

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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 Juneau (origin)

Reliable Freight Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliable Transfer Corp

USDOT: 125105
MC: 123297
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 723-2896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Rental

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jag Rental LLC

USDOT: 2443480
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (907) 780-5499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Electric

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ever Electric INC

USDOT: 1776172
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (907) 780-2280 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tveten Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Kurt Tveten

USDOT: 1472677
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (907) 209-8078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rock Dog Courier

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Michael Rarick

USDOT: 2545840
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (907) 957-0146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icy Strait Point

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Icy Strait Point LLC

USDOT: 1659680
MC: 70657
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 789-8519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hill Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Trevor Hill

USDOT: 2207069
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (907) 209-8013 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Juneau

Near Cary (destination)

Jbruce Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2939017
MC: 98627
Based in: Morrisville, NC 27560 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 607-6875 Route Verify on FMCSA

Green'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4196166
MC: 1617931
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 618-7622 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shipsecure Cargo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4232130
MC: 1637508
Based in: Cary, NC 27518 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (919) 450-6374 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miracle Movers Raleigh

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Miracle Movers Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 3139734
MC: 98319
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (919) 656-4043 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&l Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: C&l Transport INC

USDOT: 163421
MC: 143081
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27603 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (984) 235-6920 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Raleigh

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Sg Of Raleigh LLC

USDOT: 906054
MC: 392699
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (919) 875-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Storr Logistics Services

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 9206129
Based in: Raleigh, NC 27617 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (919) 313-3700 Route Verify on FMCSA

DBA Armstrong Relocation Co INC Raleigh Nc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Armstrong Relocation Company INC Raleigh North Carolina

USDOT: 1071807
MC: 550171
Based in: Durham, NC 27703 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (919) 425-9853 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 514 movers in Cary

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Juneau to Cary?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,890 to $5,780 for a studio, $5,830 to $8,670 for a one-bedroom, $9,710 to $14,450 for a two-bedroom, $15,540 to $23,130 for a three-bedroom and $21,370 to $31,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Cary from Juneau?

About 3,458 road miles (2,930 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 60 hours (7 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 Alaska into North Carolina 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 Juneau to Cary?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,750 to $6,710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,110 to $6,040. 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 Juneau–Cary corridor.