Ketchikan, AK → Dayton, OH · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Dayton

About 2,833 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,560–$12,740, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 349 in Dayton.

2,833 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,560–$12,7402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ketchikan, Alaska
To: Dayton, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 2,833 miles (2,401 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 12 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 349 (240 interstate)

Reverse: Dayton → Ketchikan

Moving from Ketchikan to Dayton is a cross-country move of roughly 2,833 road miles, heading east from Alaska to Ohio.

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 $8,560 to $12,740 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 49 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 349 around Dayton (240 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 Dayton.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Dayton about 136,688. The two cities have comparable density (2,147 and 2,467 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Ohio than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Dayton

Full-service estimate for 2,833 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,430	$4,180	$5,100
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,140	$6,270	$7,650
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,560	$10,440	$12,740
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,700	$16,710	$20,390
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,840	$22,980	$28,030

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,960–$5,590

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

Portable container

$3,550–$5,220

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

Full-service mover

$8,560–$12,740

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

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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 Dayton (destination)

Dayton Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dayton Freight Lines INC

USDOT: 273301
MC: 189528
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2,278 trucks, 2,650 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (937) 264-4060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lund'S Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3907195
MC: 1441220
Based in: Dayton, OH 45404 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (740) 879-7707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Delo Trans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782379
MC: 1354479
Based in: Dayton, OH 45403 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 89 trucks, 89 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (513) 694-0602 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Expediting Co INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 389839
MC: 219871
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 86 trucks, 108 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (937) 890-1524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Truckline LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2586880
MC: 906741
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45434 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 51 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (856) 652-4777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Williams Last Mile Home Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300780
MC: 1046882
Based in: Vandalia, OH 45377 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 38 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (937) 313-9096 Route Verify on FMCSA

Affordablemovers Biz LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3417348
MC: 1103694
Based in: Dayton, OH 45414 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 37 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (513) 540-2488 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gear Up Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4252976
MC: 1648837
Based in: Beavercreek, OH 45431 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (860) 637-9870 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Dayton

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,430 to $5,100 for a studio, $5,140 to $7,650 for a one-bedroom, $8,560 to $12,740 for a two-bedroom, $13,700 to $20,390 for a three-bedroom and $18,840 to $28,030 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dayton from Ketchikan?

About 2,833 road miles (2,401 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Ohio 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 Dayton?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,960 to $5,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,550 to $5,220. 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–Dayton corridor.