Moving from Seattle to Anchorage
Planning a move from Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK? Compare costs, distance, timing, and neighborhoods below, then get an instant quote.
Key details
- Distance: 2,260 miles
- Drive time: about 42 hours
- Truck rental (DIY): $1,800
- Moving only (they drive): $2,600
- Full service (pack + move): $8,000
Seattle vs Anchorage
- Seattle cost of living index: 150; median 2BR rent $2,700/mo
- Anchorage cost of living index: 125; median 2BR rent $1,500/mo
Top neighborhoods in Anchorage
- Downtown — Urban & Scenic, avg $1,600/mo
- South Addition — Historic & Central, avg $1,550/mo
- Turnagain — Family & Coastal, avg $1,650/mo
- Spenard — Eclectic & Local, avg $1,400/mo
- Eagle River — Suburban & Outdoorsy, avg $1,500/mo
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to move from Seattle to Anchorage?
- Moving from Seattle to Anchorage ranges from about $1,800 for a DIY truck rental to $8,000 for full-service moving. A moving-only service (you pack, they drive) is typically around $2,600.
- How far is it from Seattle to Anchorage?
- The distance is approximately 2,260 miles by road, about 42 hours of driving without stops.
- When is the best time to move from Seattle to Anchorage?
- Peak moving months on this route are June, July, August. For lower prices and better availability, consider January, February, or November.