Scottsbluff, NE → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Scottsbluff to Anchorage

About 2,739 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,410–$12,510, delivery in 7–14 days, 21 carriers on the Scottsbluff side and 123 in Anchorage.

2,739 miroad distance
47 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,410–$12,5102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scottsbluff, Nebraska
To: Anchorage, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,739 miles (2,321 straight-line)
Drive time: 47 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 21 (16 interstate)
Movers at destination: 123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Scottsbluff

The route from Scottsbluff, NE to Anchorage, AK covers roughly 2,739 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 $8,410 to $12,510 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 47 hours (6 driving days).

On the Scottsbluff side there are 21 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (16 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.

Scottsbluff has a population of about 15,000 and Anchorage about 287,155. Scottsbluff is considerably denser (2,177 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 Nebraska, 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 Scottsbluff to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 2,739 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,360	$4,100	$5,000
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,040	$6,150	$7,500
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,410	$10,250	$12,510
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$13,450	$16,400	$20,010
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$18,490	$22,550	$27,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,860–$5,460

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

Portable container

$3,460–$5,090

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

Full-service mover

$8,410–$12,510

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 Scottsbluff (origin)

Douglas Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3974463
MC: 1486188
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (347) 749-9690 Route Verify on FMCSA

S C Blanton Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2964567
MC: 6709
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (308) 633-2604 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jody Shellito

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 666294
MC: 315220
Based in: Gering, NE 69341 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 641-7754 Route Verify on FMCSA

J&a Transportation INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 896528
MC: 471142
Based in: Minatate, NE 69356 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (303) 725-5880 Route Verify on FMCSA

U And U Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 626338
MC: 301563
Based in: Morill, NE 69358 (22 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (308) 635-0080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avila'S Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Roberto Avila

USDOT: 1136370
MC: 480651
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (308) 641-8005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montelongo Trucking & Son LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1675002
MC: 1093782
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (308) 765-9849 Route Verify on FMCSA

E & M Garza LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1464695
MC: 553270
Based in: Scottsbluff, NE 69361 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (308) 672-0849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 21 movers in Scottsbluff

Near Anchorage (destination)

Matson

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Matson Navigation Company Of Alaska LLC

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

Call (907) 263-5045 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 929-3323 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 349-2581 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 276-7330 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 600-3528 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 272-5700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 349-3511 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (907) 248-0362 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 123 movers in Anchorage

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,360 to $5,000 for a studio, $5,040 to $7,500 for a one-bedroom, $8,410 to $12,510 for a two-bedroom, $13,450 to $20,010 for a three-bedroom and $18,490 to $27,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Scottsbluff?

About 2,739 road miles (2,321 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 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 Nebraska 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 Scottsbluff to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,860 to $5,460 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,460 to $5,090. 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 Scottsbluff–Anchorage corridor.