Fairbanks, AK

St. Petersburg, FL → Fairbanks, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from St. Petersburg to Fairbanks

About 4,444 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $11,670–$17,360, delivery in 7–14 days, 547 carriers on the St. Petersburg side and 29 in Fairbanks.

  • 4,444 miroad distance
  • 77 hours (9 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $11,670–$17,3602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 4,444 miles (3,766 straight-line)
Drive time
77 hours (9 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
547 (188 interstate)
Movers at destination
29 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Fairbanks → St. Petersburg

Moving from St. Petersburg to Fairbanks is a cross-country move of roughly 4,444 road miles, heading northwest from Florida to Alaska.

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 $11,670 to $17,360 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 77 hours (9 driving days).

On the St. Petersburg side there are 547 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (188 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.

St. Petersburg has a population of about 264,033 and Fairbanks about 32,000. St. Petersburg is considerably denser (4,180 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 Florida, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from St. Petersburg to Fairbanks

Full-service estimate for 4,444 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $4,670 $5,690 $6,940
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $7,000 $8,540 $10,410
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $11,670 $14,230 $17,360
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $18,670 $22,760 $27,770
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $25,670 $31,300 $38,190

Rental truck (DIY)

$6,070–$8,560

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

Portable container

$4,990–$7,330

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

Full-service mover

$11,670–$17,360

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 St. Petersburg (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1397252
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Reliance Trucking

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4171705
MC
1604690
Based in
Ruskin, FL 33570 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
73 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Keynnect Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2845444
MC
717403
Based in
Tampa, FL 33609 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
74296
MC
128791
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
896761
MC
274730
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Nenic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2011835
MC
709021
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33764 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Nitty Rose Shipping Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3860819
MC
1742220
Based in
Clearwater, FL 33762 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Let'S Get Moving INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2270761
MC
775415
Based in
St Petersburg, FL 33702 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 547 movers in St. Petersburg

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

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

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

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

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

Dirty Deeds Auto

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

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

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

All 29 movers in Fairbanks

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from St. Petersburg to Fairbanks?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,670 to $6,940 for a studio, $7,000 to $10,410 for a one-bedroom, $11,670 to $17,360 for a two-bedroom, $18,670 to $27,770 for a three-bedroom and $25,670 to $38,190 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Fairbanks from St. Petersburg?

About 4,444 road miles (3,766 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 77 hours (9 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 Florida 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 St. Petersburg to Fairbanks?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $6,070 to $8,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $4,990 to $7,330. 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 St. Petersburg–Fairbanks corridor.