Pueblo, CO → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Pueblo to Fairbanks

About 2,970 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,330–$13,880, delivery in 7–14 days, 44 carriers on the Pueblo side and 29 in Fairbanks.

2,970 miroad distance
51 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,330–$13,8802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pueblo, Colorado
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,970 miles (2,517 straight-line)
Drive time: 51 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 44 (20 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Pueblo

The route from Pueblo, CO to Fairbanks, AK covers roughly 2,970 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 $9,330 to $13,880 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 51 hours (6 driving days).

On the Pueblo side there are 44 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (20 of them authorized for interstate work), and 29 around Fairbanks (4 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 Fairbanks.

Pueblo has a population of about 110,404 and Fairbanks about 32,000. Pueblo is considerably denser (2,019 people per square mile versus 1,024), 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 Colorado, 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 Pueblo to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 2,970 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,730	$4,550	$5,550
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,600	$6,830	$8,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,330	$11,380	$13,880
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,930	$18,200	$22,210
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,520	$25,030	$30,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,100–$5,790

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

Portable container

$3,670–$5,400

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

Full-service mover

$9,330–$13,880

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 Pueblo (origin)

Plh Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1828818
MC: 663370
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (719) 209-7155 Route Verify on FMCSA

Port 2 Port

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3782812
MC: 1354776
Based in: Pueblo West, CO 81007 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (720) 775-1823 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hodortransports

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4258714
MC: 1651938
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (719) 671-1773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Faith Bros Connex LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4258773
MC: 1651974
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (719) 924-0514 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clc Truckin

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Charlie L Cornett

USDOT: 2099889
MC: 732429
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (719) 543-6349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dams Truckingtransportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3967383
MC: 1672464
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81008 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandon Elam Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Brandon Elam Trucking LLC

USDOT: 1734401
MC: 635320
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81003 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (719) 980-0094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lokono Industries LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4133054
MC: 1583051
Based in: Pueblo, CO 81006 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (719) 568-5095 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 44 movers in Pueblo

Near Fairbanks (destination)

Metcalf Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2349839
MC: 1059335
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (435) 272-7743 Route Verify on FMCSA

Black Label Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3988849
MC: 1709128
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (907) 388-4436 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mountain Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1069052
MC: 446046
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (907) 590-4922 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elsberry Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1594611
MC: 961613
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-0588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moonlighting Construction INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1633146
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 457-6638 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dirty Deeds Auto

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Dirty Deeds INC

USDOT: 1650238
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 488-1477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axle Towing LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4067541
Based in: North Pole, AK 99705 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (907) 488-5656 Route Verify on FMCSA

Classic Enterprises LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2312319
Based in: Fairbanks, AK 99709 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (907) 479-6248 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 29 movers in Fairbanks

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pueblo to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,730 to $5,550 for a studio, $5,600 to $8,330 for a one-bedroom, $9,330 to $13,880 for a two-bedroom, $14,930 to $22,210 for a three-bedroom and $20,520 to $30,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Pueblo?

About 2,970 road miles (2,517 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 51 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 Colorado 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 Pueblo to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,100 to $5,790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,670 to $5,400. 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 Pueblo–Fairbanks corridor.