New Bern, NC → Ketchikan, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from New Bern to Ketchikan

About 3,429 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,670–$14,380, delivery in 7–14 days, 120 carriers on the New Bern side and 12 in Ketchikan.

3,429 miroad distance
59 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,670–$14,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: New Bern, North Carolina
To: Ketchikan, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,429 miles (2,906 straight-line)
Drive time: 59 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 120 (60 interstate)
Movers at destination: 12 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Ketchikan → New Bern

Moving from New Bern to Ketchikan is a cross-country move of roughly 3,429 road miles, heading northwest from North Carolina 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 $9,670 to $14,380 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 59 hours (7 driving days).

On the New Bern side there are 120 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (60 of them authorized for interstate work), and 12 around Ketchikan (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 Ketchikan.

New Bern has a population of about 32,000 and Ketchikan about 8,000. Ketchikan is the denser city (2,147 people per square mile versus 1,099 in New Bern), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Alaska is a higher-cost state than North 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 New Bern to Ketchikan

Full-service estimate for 3,429 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,870	$4,710	$5,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,800	$7,070	$8,630
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,670	$11,790	$14,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,460	$18,860	$23,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,260	$25,930	$31,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,720–$6,670

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

Portable container

$4,080–$6,000

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

Full-service mover

$9,670–$14,380

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near New Bern (origin)

R L Thompson Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2466764
MC: 1128524
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (252) 633-6345 Route Verify on FMCSA

Enc Moving And Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4018865
MC: 1515292
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (252) 670-3253 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d

Licensed interstate

Legal name: D&d LLC

USDOT: 3979849
MC: 1490637
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 571-5564 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morine Trucking And Construction INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 967055
MC: 414314
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (337) 351-0748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kab Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2929766
MC: 43363
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (404) 625-8896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2951031
MC: 999192
Based in: New Bern, NC 28562 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (919) 394-2297 Route Verify on FMCSA

Valadez Brothers Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4002920
MC: 1504964
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (252) 474-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harold J Hart Iii

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2626898
Based in: New Bern, NC 28560 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (252) 638-6262 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 120 movers in New Bern

Near Ketchikan (destination)

Aero Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Trajen Flight Support

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

Call (907) 789-0055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bam LLC

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mark Johnson

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

Call (907) 247-2266 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 225-0846 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 225-5035 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 247-0524 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southeast Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Mike R Bellanich

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

Call (907) 220-6574 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dan'S Automotive Services

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Daniel Poirier

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

Call (907) 254-4659 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 247-2502 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 12 movers in Ketchikan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from New Bern to Ketchikan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,870 to $5,750 for a studio, $5,800 to $8,630 for a one-bedroom, $9,670 to $14,380 for a two-bedroom, $15,460 to $23,010 for a three-bedroom and $21,260 to $31,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ketchikan from New Bern?

About 3,429 road miles (2,906 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 59 hours (7 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 North 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 New Bern to Ketchikan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,720 to $6,670 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,080 to $6,000. 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 New Bern–Ketchikan corridor.