Juneau, AK

Norfolk, VA → Juneau, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Norfolk to Juneau

About 3,497 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,140–$15,090, delivery in 7–14 days, 336 carriers on the Norfolk side and 7 in Juneau.

  • 3,497 miroad distance
  • 61 hours (7 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,140–$15,0902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,497 miles (2,964 straight-line)
Drive time
61 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
336 (197 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Juneau → Norfolk

Moving from Norfolk to Juneau is a cross-country move of roughly 3,497 road miles, heading northwest from Virginia 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 $10,140 to $15,090 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 61 hours (7 driving days).

On the Norfolk side there are 336 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (197 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.

Norfolk has a population of about 231,013 and Juneau about 32,000. Norfolk is considerably denser (4,465 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 Virginia, 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 Norfolk to Juneau

Full-service estimate for 3,497 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,060 $4,950 $6,040
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,090 $7,420 $9,050
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,140 $12,370 $15,090
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $16,230 $19,790 $24,140
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $22,310 $27,210 $33,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,790–$6,770

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

Portable container

$4,140–$6,090

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

Full-service mover

$10,140–$15,090

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Norfolk, VA → Juneau, AK. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Norfolk (origin)

Service Transfer INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
139659
MC
135652
Based in
Chesapeake, VA 23324 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
240 trucks, 217 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Highways & Skyways Of Nc

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1070890
MC
446371
Based in
Chesapeake, VA 23320 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
170 trucks, 156 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Atlantic Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3109246
MC
81782
Based in
Virginia Beach, VA 23455 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
76 trucks, 39 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Wheels For Work LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3293159
MC
1090224
Based in
Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
75 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Hampton Roads Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1581633
MC
585658
Based in
Suffolk, VA 23435 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
43 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Rail Direct Transportation Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
706550
MC
326565
Based in
Portsmouth, VA 23707 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Leighton Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2139019
MC
744920
Based in
Portsmouth, VA 23701 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Apple Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
795385
MC
354379
Based in
Norfolk, VA 23504 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
1999

All 336 movers in Norfolk

Near Juneau (destination)

Reliable Freight Forwarding

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

Jag Rental

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

Island Electric

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

Tveten Enterprises LLC

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

Rock Dog Courier

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

Icy Strait Point

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

Hill Enterprises

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

All 7 movers in Juneau

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,060 to $6,040 for a studio, $6,090 to $9,050 for a one-bedroom, $10,140 to $15,090 for a two-bedroom, $16,230 to $24,140 for a three-bedroom and $22,310 to $33,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Juneau from Norfolk?

About 3,497 road miles (2,964 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 61 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 Virginia 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 Norfolk to Juneau?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,790 to $6,770 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,140 to $6,090. 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 Norfolk–Juneau corridor.