Lansing, MI → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Lansing to Juneau

About 2,797 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,580–$12,770, delivery in 7–14 days, 152 carriers on the Lansing side and 7 in Juneau.

2,797 miroad distance
48 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,580–$12,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lansing, Michigan
To: Juneau, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,797 miles (2,370 straight-line)
Drive time: 48 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 152 (54 interstate)
Movers at destination: 7 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Juneau → Lansing

Juneau sits about 2,797 miles northwest of Lansing, which makes this an interstate relocation from Michigan to Alaska 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 $8,580 to $12,770 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 48 hours (6 driving days).

On the Lansing side there are 152 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (54 of them authorized for interstate work), and 7 around Juneau (1 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 Juneau.

Lansing has a population of about 113,884 and Juneau about 32,000. Lansing is considerably denser (2,881 people per square mile versus 12), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska is a higher-cost state than Michigan, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Alaska levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lansing to Juneau

Full-service estimate for 2,797 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,430	$4,190	$5,110
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,580	$10,470	$12,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,730	$16,750	$20,430
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,880	$23,030	$28,090

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,920–$5,540

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

Portable container

$3,520–$5,170

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

Full-service mover

$8,580–$12,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Lansing (origin)

Primetime Xpress LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4220939
MC: 1631477
Based in: Okemos, MI 48864 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (517) 512-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pat Reilly Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Mann Trucking Services INC

USDOT: 1399146
MC: 680382
Based in: Lansing, MI 48911 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (517) 485-9240 Route Verify on FMCSA

Janmac Expedited Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1196471
MC: 477269
Based in: Lansing, MI 48917 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (678) 758-8142 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alpha Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2117524
MC: 738163
Based in: Williamston, MI 48895 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (888) 649-0010 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Greater Lansing

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Eberly Transportation LLC

USDOT: 652129
Based in: Lansing, MI 48911 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise K Ic Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2535712
MC: 881706
Based in: Lansing, MI 48906 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (517) 708-8189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kingsley Moving Systems LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1890987
MC: 682343
Based in: Lansing, MI 48912 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (517) 372-7200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Springs Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4292165
MC: 1670295
Based in: Lansing, MI 48910 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (813) 562-9810 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 152 movers in Lansing

Near Juneau (destination)

Reliable Freight Forwarding

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Reliable Transfer Corp

USDOT: 125105
MC: 123297
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 723-2896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jag Rental

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Jag Rental LLC

USDOT: 2443480
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (907) 780-5499 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Electric

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ever Electric INC

USDOT: 1776172
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (907) 780-2280 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tveten Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Kurt Tveten

USDOT: 1472677
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (907) 209-8078 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rock Dog Courier

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Michael Rarick

USDOT: 2545840
Based in: Juneau, AK 99801 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (907) 957-0146 Route Verify on FMCSA

Icy Strait Point

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Icy Strait Point LLC

USDOT: 1659680
MC: 70657
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 789-8519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hill Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Trevor Hill

USDOT: 2207069
Based in: Hoonah, AK 99829 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (907) 209-8013 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Juneau

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lansing to Juneau?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,430 to $5,110 for a studio, $5,150 to $7,660 for a one-bedroom, $8,580 to $12,770 for a two-bedroom, $13,730 to $20,430 for a three-bedroom and $18,880 to $28,090 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Juneau from Lansing?

About 2,797 road miles (2,370 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 48 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 Michigan into Alaska 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 Lansing to Juneau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,920 to $5,540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,520 to $5,170. 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 Lansing–Juneau corridor.