Ketchikan, AK → Norman, OK · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Norman

About 2,519 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,920–$11,780, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 91 in Norman.

2,519 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,920–$11,7802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ketchikan, Alaska
To: Norman, Oklahoma
Road distance: ≈ 2,519 miles (2,135 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 12 (1 interstate)
Movers at destination: 91 (57 interstate)

Reverse: Norman → Ketchikan

Norman sits about 2,519 miles southeast of Ketchikan, which makes this an interstate relocation from Alaska to Oklahoma 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 $7,920 to $11,780 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 44 hours (5 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 91 around Norman (57 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 Norman.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Norman about 130,943. Ketchikan is considerably denser (2,147 people per square mile versus 716), 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 Oklahoma than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Oklahoma does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Norman

Full-service estimate for 2,519 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,170	$3,860	$4,710
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,750	$5,790	$7,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,920	$9,660	$11,780
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,670	$15,450	$18,850
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,420	$21,250	$25,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,490–$4,920

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

Portable container

$3,270–$4,810

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

Full-service mover

$7,920–$11,780

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 Norman (destination)

Mark Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mark Logistics LLC

USDOT: 2858951
MC: 957498
Based in: Okc, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 40 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (214) 218-8344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Country Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1257866
MC: 490991
Based in: Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (405) 701-3067 Route Verify on FMCSA

Surexpress Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1398935
MC: 531215
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73135 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (405) 272-3002 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ball And Sons Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2947842
MC: 997948
Based in: Norman, OK 73072 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (405) 778-1614 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shah Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Al Xander Traders LLC

USDOT: 3892119
MC: 1431252
Based in: Norman, OK 73071 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (405) 812-0787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Locke Supply Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 126365
MC: 1416714
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73149 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (405) 631-9701 Route Verify on FMCSA

Isa Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1445068
MC: 546172
Based in: Oklahoma City, OK 73170 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (405) 600-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Serenity Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Serenity Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 2439364
MC: 988784
Based in: Norman, OK 73069 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (405) 437-8243 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Norman

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,170 to $4,710 for a studio, $4,750 to $7,070 for a one-bedroom, $7,920 to $11,780 for a two-bedroom, $12,670 to $18,850 for a three-bedroom and $17,420 to $25,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Norman from Ketchikan?

About 2,519 road miles (2,135 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 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 Oklahoma 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 Norman?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,490 to $4,920 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,270 to $4,810. 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–Norman corridor.