Cities We Cover in Alaska
Anchorage
Alaska shipments combine trucking with a barge or ferry leg or an overland route through Canada, which adds time and cost compared with lower-48 lanes.
Top Alaska Outbound Routes & Pricing
No outbound routes are priced from this state yet; see inbound routes below.
Top Routes Into Alaska
| Route | Distance | Open | Enclosed | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA → Anchorage, AK | ~4,008 mi | $1,605–$2,405 | $2,325–$3,485 | 7–11 days |
| Chicago, IL → Anchorage, AK | ~3,392 mi | $1,355–$2,035 | $1,965–$2,950 | 6–9 days |
| Houston, TX → Anchorage, AK | ~3,892 mi | $1,555–$2,335 | $2,255–$3,385 | 6–11 days |
| Philadelphia, PA → Anchorage, AK | ~4,004 mi | $1,600–$2,400 | $2,320–$3,480 | 7–11 days |
| New York City, NY → Anchorage, AK | ~4,001 mi | $1,600–$2,400 | $2,320–$3,480 | 7–11 days |
| Phoenix, AZ → Anchorage, AK | ~3,029 mi | $1,210–$1,815 | $1,755–$2,630 | 5–8 days |
| Atlanta, GA → Anchorage, AK | ~4,048 mi | $1,620–$2,430 | $2,350–$3,525 | 7–11 days |
| Los Angeles, CA → Anchorage, AK | ~2,785 mi | $1,115–$1,670 | $1,615–$2,420 | 5–8 days |
| Dallas, TX → Anchorage, AK | ~3,630 mi | $1,450–$2,180 | $2,100–$3,160 | 6–10 days |
| San Francisco, CA → Anchorage, AK | ~2,386 mi | $1,195–$1,670 | $1,735–$2,420 | 4–7 days |
| Miami, FL → Anchorage, AK | ~4,761 mi | $1,905–$2,855 | $2,760–$4,140 | 8–13 days |
| Seattle, WA → Anchorage, AK | ~1,708 mi | $855–$1,195 | $1,240–$1,735 | 3–5 days |
Estimates for a standard sedan based on carrier market data; actual quotes vary with vehicle, exact locations and season.
Alaska Car Shipping FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a car to or from Alaska?
Open-transport estimates on our Alaska routes run from $855 to $2,855 for a standard sedan, depending on distance. SUVs and trucks cost roughly 10–15% more and enclosed transport about 40–50% more.
What is the cheapest route in Alaska?
In our data the lowest-priced Alaska route is Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK at $855–$1,195 (open transport).
How long does car shipping from Alaska take?
Transit times on Alaska routes range from 3–5 days on the shortest lanes to 8–13 days on the longest, once a carrier is dispatched. Total door-to-door time including carrier assignment is usually longer.
Are the carriers for Alaska routes licensed?
DirectAutoHaul matches your request with FMCSA-licensed and insured transport partners. You can verify any carrier's MC number at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov before you book.