Scottsdale, AZ → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Scottsdale to Fairbanks

About 3,091 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,300–$13,830, delivery in 7–14 days, 431 carriers on the Scottsdale side and 29 in Fairbanks.

3,091 miroad distance
54 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,300–$13,8302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Scottsdale, Arizona
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,091 miles (2,619 straight-line)
Drive time: 54 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 431 (174 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Scottsdale

The route from Scottsdale, AZ to Fairbanks, AK covers roughly 3,091 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 $9,300 to $13,830 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 54 hours (6 driving days).

On the Scottsdale side there are 431 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (174 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.

Scottsdale has a population of about 243,006 and Fairbanks about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (1,312 and 1,024 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Scottsdale to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 3,091 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,720	$4,530	$5,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,580	$6,800	$8,300
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,300	$11,340	$13,830
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,870	$18,140	$22,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$20,450	$24,940	$30,430

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,230–$5,970

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

Portable container

$3,780–$5,560

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

Full-service mover

$9,300–$13,830

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Scottsdale (origin)

Knight Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 428823
MC: 227271
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3,200 trucks, 3,200 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (623) 907-7231 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lime Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3308648
MC: 1050951
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (480) 695-1420 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muscular Moving Men LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1829172
MC: 691493
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85050 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (602) 550-3311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rr Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3587969
MC: 1226450
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (310) 803-3994 Route Verify on FMCSA

Circle H Intermodal Limited Partnership

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2539572
MC: 883427
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (702) 901-9494 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brenke Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2357390
MC: 807595
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85022 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (602) 675-3375 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Az 615 Movers LLC

USDOT: 4477696
MC: 1768018
Based in: Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (480) 991-1805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Moving Team Six

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Moving Team Six LLC

USDOT: 2315604
MC: 101725
Based in: Phoenix, AZ 85027 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (480) 848-1872 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 431 movers in Scottsdale

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 Scottsdale to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,720 to $5,530 for a studio, $5,580 to $8,300 for a one-bedroom, $9,300 to $13,830 for a two-bedroom, $14,870 to $22,130 for a three-bedroom and $20,450 to $30,430 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Scottsdale?

About 3,091 road miles (2,619 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 54 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 Scottsdale to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,230 to $5,970 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,780 to $5,560. 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 Scottsdale–Fairbanks corridor.