Ketchikan, AK

Ocala, FL → Ketchikan, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Ocala to Ketchikan

About 3,561 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,120–$15,060, delivery in 7–14 days, 186 carriers on the Ocala side and 12 in Ketchikan.

  • 3,561 miroad distance
  • 62 hours (7 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $10,120–$15,0602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 3,561 miles (3,018 straight-line)
Drive time
62 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
186 (81 interstate)
Movers at destination
12 (1 interstate)

Reverse: Ketchikan → Ocala

Ketchikan sits about 3,561 miles northwest of Ocala, which makes this an interstate relocation from Florida to Alaska that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $10,120 to $15,060 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 62 hours (7 driving days).

On the Ocala side there are 186 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (81 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.

Ocala has a population of about 66,000 and Ketchikan about 8,000. Ketchikan is the denser city (2,147 people per square mile versus 1,346 in Ocala), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Alaska is a higher-cost state than Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Ocala to Ketchikan

Full-service estimate for 3,561 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,050 $4,940 $6,020
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $6,070 $7,400 $9,030
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $10,120 $12,340 $15,060
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $16,190 $19,740 $24,090
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $22,260 $27,150 $33,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,860–$6,860

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

Portable container

$4,200–$6,170

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

Full-service mover

$10,120–$15,060

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Ocala (origin)

Edos & Sons Transportation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4581369
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5,450 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Skills4lifefl LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2412961
MC
1136097
Based in
Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Littlefield Family Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
18944
MC
135575
Based in
Ocala, FL 34482 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Ellie & Allie Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317599
MC
794710
Based in
Ocala, FL 34476 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Justo E Gonzalez

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2453857
MC
877088
Based in
Ocala, FL 34473 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Marion Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1522544
MC
568721
Based in
Ocala, FL 34475 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

US Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4057973
MC
1539177
Based in
Ocala, FL 34471 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Villager Mover Corporation

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4348858
MC
1700955
Based in
Ocala, FL 34470 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

All 186 movers in Ocala

Near Ketchikan (destination)

Aero Services

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

Bam LLC

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

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

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

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

Southeast Services

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

Dan'S Automotive Services

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

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

All 12 movers in Ketchikan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ocala to Ketchikan?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,050 to $6,020 for a studio, $6,070 to $9,030 for a one-bedroom, $10,120 to $15,060 for a two-bedroom, $16,190 to $24,090 for a three-bedroom and $22,260 to $33,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Ketchikan from Ocala?

About 3,561 road miles (3,018 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 62 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 Florida 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 Ocala to Ketchikan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,860 to $6,860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,200 to $6,170. 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 Ocala–Ketchikan corridor.