Modesto, CA → Wasilla, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Modesto to Wasilla

About 2,424 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,970–$13,340, delivery in 7–14 days, 392 carriers on the Modesto side and 49 in Wasilla.

2,424 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,970–$13,3402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Modesto, California
To: Wasilla, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,424 miles (2,054 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 392 (205 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (6 interstate)

Reverse: Wasilla → Modesto

Moving from Modesto to Wasilla is a cross-country move of roughly 2,424 road miles, heading northwest from California to Alaska.

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 $8,970 to $13,340 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 42 hours (5 driving days).

On the Modesto side there are 392 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (205 of them authorized for interstate work), and 49 around Wasilla (6 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 Wasilla.

Modesto has a population of about 219,652 and Wasilla about 11,000. Modesto is considerably denser (5,081 people per square mile versus 730), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Modesto to Wasilla

Full-service estimate for 2,424 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,590	$4,380	$5,340
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,380	$6,560	$8,010
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,970	$10,940	$13,340
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,350	$17,500	$21,350
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,730	$24,060	$29,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,390–$4,790

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

Portable container

$3,180–$4,680

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

Full-service mover

$8,970–$13,340

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Modesto (origin)

Bivio Transport And Logistics Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2611556
MC: 22572
Based in: Ceres, CA 95307 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 91 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (209) 272-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shekinah Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3280009
MC: 1036884
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 39 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (209) 616-3266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transbay Xpress INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357829
MC: 520713
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (209) 410-4077 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road King Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2581361
MC: 903865
Based in: Manteca, CA 95337 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (916) 275-9974 Route Verify on FMCSA

Modesto A1 Glass Company INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4521889
Based in: Modesto, CA 95350 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (209) 522-1172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobb Refrigerated Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 145920
MC: 147824
Based in: Modesto, CA 95351 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (209) 576-0327 Route Verify on FMCSA

Khodi Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2141804
MC: 745315
Based in: Turlock, CA 95382 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (209) 648-2278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dino Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2896438
MC: 973484
Based in: Keyes, CA 95328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (916) 541-2371 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 392 movers in Modesto

Near Wasilla (destination)

Wolverine Supply INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1655110
MC: 1792360
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 671-7247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Towing And Recovery

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Ace Towing

USDOT: 1715813
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 841-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steel Creek Services

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3514154
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (907) 230-5893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patriot Logistics Ak LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4288655
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (907) 414-3222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fubar Equipment LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1633017
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 376-7834 Route Verify on FMCSA

Structure Relocation

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Johns General Contracting INC

USDOT: 1640866
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 746-8895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alaska Transportation Equipment Services

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2445510
MC: 843873
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (907) 903-7563 Route Verify on FMCSA

C C Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Charles Conrad

USDOT: 1104976
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (907) 376-7008 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Wasilla

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Modesto to Wasilla?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,590 to $5,340 for a studio, $5,380 to $8,010 for a one-bedroom, $8,970 to $13,340 for a two-bedroom, $14,350 to $21,350 for a three-bedroom and $19,730 to $29,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wasilla from Modesto?

About 2,424 road miles (2,054 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 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 California 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 Modesto to Wasilla?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,390 to $4,790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,180 to $4,680. 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 Modesto–Wasilla corridor.