Laredo, TX → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Laredo to Anchorage

About 3,860 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,450–$15,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 323 carriers on the Laredo side and 123 in Anchorage.

3,860 miroad distance
67 hours (8 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,450–$15,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Laredo, Texas
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,860 miles (3,272 straight-line)
Drive time: 67 hours (8 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 323 (207 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Laredo

The route from Laredo, TX to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 3,860 miles by road, a northwest-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 $10,450 to $15,550 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 67 hours (8 driving days).

On the Laredo side there are 323 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 123 around Anchorage (34 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 Anchorage.

Laredo has a population of about 269,515 and Anchorage about 287,155. Laredo is considerably denser (2,396 people per square mile versus 171), 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 Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Laredo to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 3,860 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,180	$5,100	$6,220
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,270	$7,650	$9,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,450	$12,750	$15,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,720	$20,390	$24,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,990	$28,040	$34,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,320–$7,510

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

Portable container

$4,470–$6,570

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

Full-service mover

$10,450–$15,550

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 Laredo (origin)

G & G Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3606104
MC: 1226590
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 286-1225 Route Verify on FMCSA

Selax Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3111107
MC: 82750
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 337-7735 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jigsaw Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3023251
MC: 35486
Based in: Laredo, TX 78043 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 43 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (956) 645-0616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhg Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3282371
MC: 1037983
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 28 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (956) 608-2242 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mega Quick Freight Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2585079
MC: 905783
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (956) 744-7037 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bgl Truck Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3693941
MC: 1289802
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (956) 480-5781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daytona Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3081675
MC: 67637
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (956) 740-1677 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gou Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: G&h Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1166455
MC: 469438
Based in: Laredo, TX 78041 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (956) 602-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 323 movers in Laredo

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Matson Navigation Company Of Alaska LLC

USDOT: 19594
MC: 96612
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 130 trucks, 190 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 263-5045 Route Verify on FMCSA

Northern Sales Company INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1658469
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 74 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 929-3323 Route Verify on FMCSA

World-Wide Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 248628
MC: 175685
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 58 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (907) 349-2581 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa Moving Ak INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 466500
MC: 251830
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (907) 276-7330 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooley Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1647697
MC: 1766634
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 600-3528 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Freight & Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 313239
MC: 232126
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (907) 272-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden North Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 163057
MC: 140586
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99518 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 349-3511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Air Land Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 125030
MC: 119402
Based in: Anchorage, AK 99515 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (907) 248-0362 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Laredo to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,180 to $6,220 for a studio, $6,270 to $9,330 for a one-bedroom, $10,450 to $15,550 for a two-bedroom, $16,720 to $24,880 for a three-bedroom and $22,990 to $34,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Laredo?

About 3,860 road miles (3,272 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 67 hours (8 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 Texas 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 Laredo to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,320 to $7,510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,470 to $6,570. 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 Laredo–Anchorage corridor.