Wichita Falls, TX

Ketchikan, AK → Wichita Falls, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Ketchikan to Wichita Falls

About 2,556 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,210–$12,210, delivery in 7–14 days, 12 carriers on the Ketchikan side and 41 in Wichita Falls.

  • 2,556 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,210–$12,2102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,556 miles (2,167 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
41 (13 interstate)

Reverse: Wichita Falls → Ketchikan

The route from Ketchikan, AK to Wichita Falls, TX covers roughly 2,556 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $8,210 to $12,210 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 41 around Wichita Falls (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 Wichita Falls.

Ketchikan has a population of about 8,000 and Wichita Falls about 101,951. Ketchikan is considerably denser (2,147 people per square mile versus 1,421), 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 Texas than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Ketchikan to Wichita Falls

Full-service estimate for 2,556 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,280 $4,000 $4,880
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,920 $6,010 $7,330
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,210 $10,010 $12,210
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,130 $16,010 $19,540
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,060 $22,020 $26,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,530–$4,980

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

Portable container

$3,300–$4,850

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

Full-service mover

$8,210–$12,210

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

Moving cost calculator

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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
USDOT
662728
MC
650572
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Bam LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2019155
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

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

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

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

Southeast Services

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1659140
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Dan'S Automotive Services

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1795916
Based in
Ketchikan, AK 99901 (24 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

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

All 12 movers in Ketchikan

Near Wichita Falls (destination)

De LA Garza Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2273309
MC
776399
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

K&d Transport Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3916623
MC
1447415
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Hr04 Logistics LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4462195
MC
1759923
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Active Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4530683
MC
1796455
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76309 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Wingfield Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3584268
MC
1211815
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76301 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Blj Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4416386
MC
1735635
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76306 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Wichita Moving & Storage

Interstate carrier
USDOT
518157
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76310 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

B&a Reliable Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4037406
MC
1526938
Based in
Wichita Falls, TX 76305 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

All 41 movers in Wichita Falls

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ketchikan to Wichita Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,280 to $4,880 for a studio, $4,920 to $7,330 for a one-bedroom, $8,210 to $12,210 for a two-bedroom, $13,130 to $19,540 for a three-bedroom and $18,060 to $26,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wichita Falls from Ketchikan?

About 2,556 road miles (2,167 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 Texas 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 Wichita Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,530 to $4,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,300 to $4,850. 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 Ketchikan–Wichita Falls corridor.