Bismarck, ND

Wasilla, AK → Bismarck, ND · Cross-country move

Movers from Wasilla to Bismarck

About 2,536 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,170–$12,160, delivery in 7–14 days, 49 carriers on the Wasilla side and 42 in Bismarck.

  • 2,536 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,170–$12,1602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,536 miles (2,149 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
49 (6 interstate)
Movers at destination
42 (32 interstate)

Reverse: Bismarck → Wasilla

Moving from Wasilla to Bismarck is a cross-country move of roughly 2,536 road miles, heading east from Alaska to North Dakota.

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 $8,170 to $12,160 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Wasilla side there are 49 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (6 of them authorized for interstate work), and 42 around Bismarck (32 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 Bismarck.

Wasilla has a population of about 11,000 and Bismarck about 76,000. Bismarck is the denser city (2,123 people per square mile versus 730 in Wasilla), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in North Dakota than in Alaska, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that North Dakota does collect a state income tax, unlike Alaska, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Wasilla to Bismarck

Full-service estimate for 2,536 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,270 $3,990 $4,860
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,900 $5,980 $7,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,170 $9,970 $12,160
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,080 $15,950 $19,460
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $17,980 $21,930 $26,750

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,510–$4,950

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

Portable container

$3,280–$4,830

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

Full-service mover

$8,170–$12,160

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 Wasilla (origin)

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

Ace Towing And Recovery

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

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

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

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

Structure Relocation

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

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

C C Enterprises

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

All 49 movers in Wasilla

Near Bismarck (destination)

Ccfs

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
313378
MC
209657
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
450 trucks, 507 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

P & B Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
653395
MC
302954
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
75 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Aaction Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
212818
MC
228559
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
37 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Delabarre Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1318666
MC
510389
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58501 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

North Central Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
911282
MC
395087
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

Four Winds Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2369162
MC
812625
Based in
Mandan, ND 58554 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Liberty Cargo Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3080375
MC
1169375
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Bountiful Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2416881
MC
834675
Based in
Bismarck, ND 58503 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

All 42 movers in Bismarck

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,270 to $4,860 for a studio, $4,900 to $7,300 for a one-bedroom, $8,170 to $12,160 for a two-bedroom, $13,080 to $19,460 for a three-bedroom and $17,980 to $26,750 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bismarck from Wasilla?

About 2,536 road miles (2,149 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 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 Alaska into North Dakota 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 Wasilla to Bismarck?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,510 to $4,950 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,280 to $4,830. 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 Wasilla–Bismarck corridor.