Juneau, AK → Poughkeepsie, NY · Cross-country move

Movers from Juneau to Poughkeepsie

About 3,311 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,550–$15,700, delivery in 7–14 days, 7 carriers on the Juneau side and 267 in Poughkeepsie.

3,311 miroad distance
57 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,550–$15,7002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Juneau, Alaska
To: Poughkeepsie, New York
Road distance: ≈ 3,311 miles (2,806 straight-line)
Drive time: 57 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 267 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Poughkeepsie → Juneau

Poughkeepsie sits about 3,311 miles east of Juneau, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to New York 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 $10,550 to $15,700 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 57 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 267 around Poughkeepsie (103 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 Poughkeepsie.

Juneau has a population of about 32,000 and Poughkeepsie about 32,000. Poughkeepsie is the denser city (6,137 people per square mile versus 12 in Juneau), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that New York does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Juneau to Poughkeepsie

Full-service estimate for 3,311 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,220	$5,150	$6,280
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,330	$7,720	$9,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,550	$12,870	$15,700
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,890	$20,590	$25,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$23,220	$28,310	$34,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,600–$6,500

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

Portable container

$3,980–$5,850

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

Full-service mover

$10,550–$15,700

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

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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 Poughkeepsie (destination)

Arnoff Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 57976
MC: 3748
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 471-1504 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lightning Express Delivery Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 871631
MC: 421420
Based in: Gardiner, NY 12525 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (845) 883-4343 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCollister's Transportation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: McCollister's Transportation Group INC

USDOT: 289344
MC: 668184
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (609) 526-9491 Route Verify on FMCSA

Finnegan'S Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Signature Worldwide Relocation Newburgh INC

USDOT: 17724
MC: 111474
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (845) 564-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nembhard Fiber Construction LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4370692
Based in: Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (561) 702-5731 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brooklyn Bottling Of Milton New York INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 568013
MC: 277000
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (845) 795-2171 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valley Pallet Recyclers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3076753
MC: 65716
Based in: Milton, NY 12547 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (845) 264-3636 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hot Tub Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3555369
MC: 1192173
Based in: Newburgh, NY 12550 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (845) 926-7438 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 267 movers in Poughkeepsie

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,220 to $6,280 for a studio, $6,330 to $9,420 for a one-bedroom, $10,550 to $15,700 for a two-bedroom, $16,890 to $25,120 for a three-bedroom and $23,220 to $34,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Poughkeepsie from Juneau?

About 3,311 road miles (2,806 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 57 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 New York 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 Poughkeepsie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,600 to $6,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,980 to $5,850. 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–Poughkeepsie corridor.