Ketchikan, AK → Inglewood, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Inglewood

About 1,901 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,960–$11,840, delivery in 5–10 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 1,198 in Inglewood.

1,901 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$7,960–$11,8402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ketchikan, Alaska
To: Inglewood, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,901 miles (1,611 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 12 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,198 (507 interstate)

Reverse: Inglewood → Ketchikan

Inglewood sits about 1,901 miles southeast of Ketchikan, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to California 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 $7,960 to $11,840 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 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 1,198 around Inglewood (507 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 Inglewood.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Inglewood about 101,662. Inglewood is the denser city (11,842 people per square mile versus 2,147 in Ketchikan), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Inglewood

Full-service estimate for 1,901 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,180	$3,880	$4,740
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,770	$5,820	$7,100
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,960	$9,700	$11,840
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,730	$15,530	$18,940
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,510	$21,350	$26,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,700–$3,820

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

Portable container

$2,720–$4,000

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

Full-service mover

$7,960–$11,840

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 Inglewood (destination)

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT: 9853
MC: 139496
Based in: Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 577394
MC: 281042
Based in: Montebello, CA 90640 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elite Logistics Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069767
MC: 445668
Based in: Long Beach, CA 90805 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 252 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (310) 830-0013 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 480301
MC: 619388
Based in: Commerce, CA 90022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clutter INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2719785
MC: 934868
Based in: Culver City, CA 90230 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 382 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (877) 626-1887 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 424572
Based in: Vernon, CA 90058 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadex Cy INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398199
MC: 589053
Based in: Carson, CA 90810 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (310) 878-9800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pacific 9 Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1274552
MC: 496960
Based in: Gardena, CA 90248 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (310) 603-6011 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,198 movers in Inglewood

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,180 to $4,740 for a studio, $4,770 to $7,100 for a one-bedroom, $7,960 to $11,840 for a two-bedroom, $12,730 to $18,940 for a three-bedroom and $17,510 to $26,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Inglewood from Ketchikan?

About 1,901 road miles (1,611 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California 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 Inglewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,700 to $3,820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,720 to $4,000. 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–Inglewood corridor.