Myrtle Beach, SC → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Myrtle Beach to Anchorage

About 4,233 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,940–$16,280, delivery in 7–14 days, 148 carriers on the Myrtle Beach side and 123 in Anchorage.

4,233 miroad distance
73 hours (9 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,940–$16,2802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 4,233 miles (3,588 straight-line)
Drive time: 73 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 148 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Myrtle Beach

The route from Myrtle Beach, SC to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 4,233 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 $10,940 to $16,280 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 73 hours (9 driving days).

On the Myrtle Beach side there are 148 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (97 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.

Myrtle Beach has a population of about 39,000 and Anchorage about 287,155. Myrtle Beach is considerably denser (1,524 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 South Carolina, 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 Myrtle Beach to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 4,233 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,380	$5,340	$6,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,560	$8,010	$9,770
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,940	$13,340	$16,280
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$17,500	$21,350	$26,040
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$24,070	$29,350	$35,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$5,850–$8,260

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

Portable container

$4,800–$7,060

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

Full-service mover

$10,940–$16,280

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 Myrtle Beach (origin)

Gohn Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415220
MC: 1468264
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 54 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (814) 327-4536 Route Verify on FMCSA

Turner Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1937216
MC: 691220
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (843) 215-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Speedy-Pak

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Speedy-Pak INC

USDOT: 283652
MC: 227521
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (843) 238-4020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men & A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Reliable Services Group

USDOT: 938286
MC: 403453
Based in: Conway, SC 29526 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (843) 234-2155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aceway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3576625
MC: 1206639
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (843) 251-9833 Route Verify on FMCSA

Strand Import & Distributors INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 915507
MC: 488963
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (843) 236-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Positive Moves Relocation And Transfer LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1605825
MC: 1382498
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (843) 516-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Myrtle Beach LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782266
MC: 1354412
Based in: Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 148 movers in Myrtle Beach

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 Myrtle Beach to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,380 to $6,510 for a studio, $6,560 to $9,770 for a one-bedroom, $10,940 to $16,280 for a two-bedroom, $17,500 to $26,040 for a three-bedroom and $24,070 to $35,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Myrtle Beach?

About 4,233 road miles (3,588 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 73 hours (9 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 South Carolina 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 Myrtle Beach to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $5,850 to $8,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,800 to $7,060. 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 Myrtle Beach–Anchorage corridor.