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Sparks, NV → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Sparks to Anchorage

About 2,320 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,050–$11,980, delivery in 7–14 days, 90 carriers on the Sparks side and 123 in Anchorage.

  • 2,320 miroad distance
  • 40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,050–$11,9802-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,320 miles (1,966 straight-line)
Drive time
40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
90 (62 interstate)
Movers at destination
123 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Anchorage → Sparks

Anchorage sits about 2,320 miles northwest of Sparks, which makes this an interstate relocation from Nevada to Alaska that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $8,050 to $11,980 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 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Sparks side there are 90 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (62 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.

Sparks has a population of about 111,902 and Anchorage about 287,155. Sparks is considerably denser (2,979 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 Nevada, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Sparks to Anchorage

Full-service estimate for 2,320 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,220 $3,930 $4,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,830 $5,890 $7,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,050 $9,820 $11,980
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $12,880 $15,710 $19,170
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,710 $21,600 $26,360

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,280–$4,640

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

Portable container

$3,090–$4,550

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

Full-service mover

$8,050–$11,980

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 Sparks (origin)

Connex Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1491614
MC
644134
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
84 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (775) 420-4774 Route Verify on FMCSA

California Sierra Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
363648
MC
222282
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1989
Call (775) 856-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sema Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3245513
MC
1020268
Based in
Reno, NV 89501 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
71 trucks, 78 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (916) 857-8382 Route Verify on FMCSA

High Mountain Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
832560
MC
224896
Based in
Sparks, NV 89434 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
1999
Call (775) 342-0414 Route Verify on FMCSA

Humboldt Moving & Storage Co

Licensed interstate
USDOT
80232
MC
98286
Based in
Sparks, NV 89431 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
27 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (775) 225-0577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Onerelo Worldwide LLC

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Renorelo Worldwide LLC

USDOT
3387545
MC
1088202
Based in
Reno, NV 89502 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (775) 571-3610 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Tilt Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3010394
MC
28785
Based in
Reno, NV 89521 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (775) 300-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jbc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2473334
MC
855362
Based in
Reno, NV 89506 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (775) 830-1675 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 90 movers in Sparks

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 Sparks to Anchorage?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,220 to $4,790 for a studio, $4,830 to $7,190 for a one-bedroom, $8,050 to $11,980 for a two-bedroom, $12,880 to $19,170 for a three-bedroom and $17,710 to $26,360 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Anchorage from Sparks?

About 2,320 road miles (1,966 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 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 Nevada 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 Sparks to Anchorage?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,280 to $4,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,090 to $4,550. 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 Sparks–Anchorage corridor.