Anchorage, AK

Prescott, AZ → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Prescott to Anchorage

About 2,909 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,980–$13,360, delivery in 7–14 days, 32 carriers on the Prescott side and 123 in Anchorage.

  • 2,909 miroad distance
  • 50 hours (6 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,980–$13,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,909 miles (2,466 straight-line)
Drive time
50 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
32 (13 interstate)
Movers at destination
123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Prescott

The route from Prescott, AZ to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 2,909 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 $8,980 to $13,360 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 50 hours (6 driving days).

On the Prescott side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (13 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.

Prescott has a population of about 47,000 and Anchorage about 287,155. Prescott is considerably denser (931 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 Arizona, 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 Prescott to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 2,909 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,590 $4,380 $5,340
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $5,390 $6,570 $8,010
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,980 $10,950 $13,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $14,360 $17,520 $21,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $19,750 $24,080 $29,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,040–$5,700

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

Portable container

$3,620–$5,320

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

Full-service mover

$8,980–$13,360

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 Prescott (origin)

Bunker Sawmill LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
687189
MC
319210
Based in
Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Overall Moving Az

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4322387
MC
1686812
Based in
Chino Valley, AZ 86323 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Movingon LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3244801
MC
1130380
Based in
Prescott, AZ 86301 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Run And See Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3310584
MC
1051514
Based in
Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Cts

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3338136
MC
1064964
Based in
Prescott, AZ 86303 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Moore Reliable Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
9230429
MC
56867896
Based in
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

McWhites North American

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
533395
Based in
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Frank & Jesse James Moving

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1900966
Based in
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

All 32 movers in Prescott

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
19594
MC
96612
Based in
Anchorage, AK 99501 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
130 trucks, 190 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Prescott to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,590 to $5,340 for a studio, $5,390 to $8,010 for a one-bedroom, $8,980 to $13,360 for a two-bedroom, $14,360 to $21,370 for a three-bedroom and $19,750 to $29,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Prescott?

About 2,909 road miles (2,466 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 50 hours (6 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 Arizona 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 Prescott to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,040 to $5,700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,620 to $5,320. 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 Prescott–Anchorage corridor.