Thornton, CO → Wasilla, AK · Cross-country move

Movers from Thornton to Wasilla

About 2,809 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,040–$13,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 718 carriers on the Thornton side and 49 in Wasilla.

2,809 miroad distance
49 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,040–$13,4502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Thornton, Colorado
To: Wasilla, Alaska
Road distance: ≈ 2,809 miles (2,380 straight-line)
Drive time: 49 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 718 (266 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (6 interstate)

Reverse: Wasilla → Thornton

The route from Thornton, CO to Wasilla, AK covers roughly 2,809 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 $9,040 to $13,450 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 49 hours (6 driving days).

On the Thornton side there are 718 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (266 of them authorized for interstate work), and 49 around Wasilla (6 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 Wasilla.

Thornton has a population of about 147,766 and Wasilla about 11,000. Thornton is considerably denser (3,952 people per square mile versus 730), 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 Colorado, 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 Thornton to Wasilla

Full-service estimate for 2,809 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,620	$4,410	$5,380
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,420	$6,610	$8,070
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,040	$11,020	$13,450
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$14,460	$17,640	$21,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$19,890	$24,250	$29,590

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,940–$5,560

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

Portable container

$3,530–$5,190

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

Full-service mover

$9,040–$13,450

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 Thornton (origin)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Denver Intermodal Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 466144
MC: 273706
Based in: Denver, CO 80239 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (303) 371-1500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Apex Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 652182
MC: 305711
Based in: Henderson, CO 80640 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (303) 288-2233 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 718 movers in Thornton

Near Wasilla (destination)

Wolverine Supply INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1655110
MC: 1792360
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 671-7247 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Towing And Recovery

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Ace Towing

USDOT: 1715813
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 841-5401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Steel Creek Services

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3514154
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (907) 230-5893 Route Verify on FMCSA

Patriot Logistics Ak LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 4288655
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (907) 414-3222 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fubar Equipment LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1633017
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 376-7834 Route Verify on FMCSA

Structure Relocation

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Johns General Contracting INC

USDOT: 1640866
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (907) 746-8895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alaska Transportation Equipment Services

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2445510
MC: 843873
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (907) 903-7563 Route Verify on FMCSA

C C Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Charles Conrad

USDOT: 1104976
Based in: Wasilla, AK 99654 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (907) 376-7008 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Wasilla

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Thornton to Wasilla?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,620 to $5,380 for a studio, $5,420 to $8,070 for a one-bedroom, $9,040 to $13,450 for a two-bedroom, $14,460 to $21,520 for a three-bedroom and $19,890 to $29,590 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Wasilla from Thornton?

About 2,809 road miles (2,380 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 49 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 Colorado 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 Thornton to Wasilla?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,940 to $5,560 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,530 to $5,190. 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 Thornton–Wasilla corridor.