Sherman, TX → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Sherman to Fairbanks

About 3,556 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,930–$14,770, delivery in 7–14 days, 41 carriers on the Sherman side and 29 in Fairbanks.

3,556 miroad distance
62 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,930–$14,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Sherman, Texas
To: Fairbanks, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 3,556 miles (3,014 straight-line)
Drive time: 62 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 41 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → Sherman

The route from Sherman, TX to Fairbanks, AK covers roughly 3,556 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 $9,930 to $14,770 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 Sherman side there are 41 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 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.

Sherman has a population of about 50,000 and Fairbanks about 32,000. The two cities have comparable density (940 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 Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Sherman to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 3,556 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,970	$4,840	$5,910
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,960	$7,260	$8,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,930	$12,110	$14,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,890	$19,370	$23,630
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,840	$26,640	$32,500

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,850–$6,850

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

Portable container

$4,190–$6,170

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

Full-service mover

$9,930–$14,770

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 Sherman (origin)

Bi-Lo Wholesale INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1694488
MC: 1243420
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (903) 465-5354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goodwill Industries Of Northeast Texas INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1498622
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (903) 893-3145 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck 0715

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ezway Moving & Storage LLC

USDOT: 4283606
MC: 1665593
Based in: Denison, TX 75020 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (903) 771-4153 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Camp Trucking &transport LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4399824
MC: 1726954
Based in: Sherman, TX 75090 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (903) 819-9668 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firemen Movers Dfw INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3970569
MC: 1483574
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (903) 357-7011 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quick Drop Transit Qdt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4476964
MC: 1770464
Based in: Howe, TX 75459 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (214) 471-9245 Route Verify on FMCSA

A Sharp Moving Company

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Meshel (shelly) Lewis

USDOT: 1291990
MC: 507910
Based in: Pottsboro, TX 75076 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (903) 786-2321 Route Verify on FMCSA

All American Moving And Transport

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3549142
Based in: Van Alstyne, TX 75495 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (903) 209-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 41 movers in Sherman

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 Sherman to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,970 to $5,910 for a studio, $5,960 to $8,860 for a one-bedroom, $9,930 to $14,770 for a two-bedroom, $15,890 to $23,630 for a three-bedroom and $21,840 to $32,500 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from Sherman?

About 3,556 road miles (3,014 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 Texas 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 Sherman to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,850 to $6,850 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,190 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 Sherman–Fairbanks corridor.