Ketchikan, AK → Branson, MO · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Branson

About 2,606 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,140–$12,110, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 19 in Branson.

2,606 miroad distance
45 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,140–$12,1102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ketchikan, Alaska
To: Branson, Missouri
Road distance: ≈ 2,606 miles (2,209 straight-line)
Drive time: 45 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 12 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 19 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Branson → Ketchikan

Branson sits about 2,606 miles east of Ketchikan, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to Missouri 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 $8,140 to $12,110 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 45 hours (6 driving days).

On the Ketchikan side there are 12 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1 of them authorized for interstate work), and 19 around Branson (13 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 Branson.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Branson about 13,000. Ketchikan is considerably denser (2,147 people per square mile versus 592), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Missouri than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Missouri does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Branson

Full-service estimate for 2,606 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,260	$3,970	$4,850
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,880	$5,960	$7,270
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,140	$9,930	$12,110
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,030	$15,890	$19,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,910	$21,840	$26,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,580–$5,050

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

Portable container

$3,350–$4,920

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

Full-service mover

$8,140–$12,110

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 Ketchikan (origin)

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

Near Branson (destination)

Lnr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2109108
MC: 735398
Based in: Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (417) 683-5456 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slapout Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3062295
MC: 55984
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (870) 688-6801 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Trucking Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jones Trucking Lines LLC

USDOT: 2435892
MC: 1570931
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (870) 416-1541 Route Verify on FMCSA

M&m Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Yankee Enterprises INC

USDOT: 3624
MC: 107803
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (870) 416-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Solid Rock Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3269704
MC: 1032005
Based in: Ava, MO 65608 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (417) 543-1223 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordable Box Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jacob R Keller

USDOT: 2455026
MC: 847753
Based in: Galena, MO 65656 (16 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (417) 337-5200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pda Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1760410
MC: 643614
Based in: Harrison, AR 72601 (28 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (870) 743-3078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cpnr Enterprises

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cpnr Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 3032013
MC: 39892
Based in: Everton, AR 72633 (40 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (870) 577-7468 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 19 movers in Branson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,260 to $4,850 for a studio, $4,880 to $7,270 for a one-bedroom, $8,140 to $12,110 for a two-bedroom, $13,030 to $19,380 for a three-bedroom and $17,910 to $26,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Branson from Ketchikan?

About 2,606 road miles (2,209 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 45 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 Alaska into Missouri 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 Ketchikan to Branson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,580 to $5,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,350 to $4,920. 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 Ketchikan–Branson corridor.