Allen, TX → Pittsburgh, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Allen to Pittsburgh

About 1,241 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,170–$7,690, delivery in 3–7 days, 680 carriers on the Allen side and 450 in Pittsburgh.

1,241 miroad distance
22 h 6 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,170–$7,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Allen, Texas
To: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,241 miles (1,051 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 6 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 680 (290 interstate)
Movers at destination: 450 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Pittsburgh → Allen

Pittsburgh sits about 1,241 miles northeast of Allen, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Pennsylvania that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $5,170 to $7,690 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 6 min.

On the Allen side there are 680 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (290 of them authorized for interstate work), and 450 around Pittsburgh (241 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 Pittsburgh.

Allen has a population of about 113,447 and Pittsburgh about 307,632. Pittsburgh is the denser city (5,469 people per square mile versus 3,963 in Allen), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Allen to Pittsburgh

Full-service estimate for 1,241 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,070	$2,520	$3,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,100	$3,780	$4,610
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,170	$6,300	$7,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,270	$10,080	$12,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,370	$13,870	$16,920

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,730–$2,440

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

Portable container

$2,130–$3,130

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

Full-service mover

$5,170–$7,690

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Allen (origin)

Talento Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3841225
MC: 1405142
Based in: Frisco, TX 75078 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 119 trucks, 159 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (214) 843-1030 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tforce Direct, Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 8424988
Based in: Dallas, TX 75254 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 66 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 560-9553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alm Transportation & Trucking INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3500318
MC: 1155089
Based in: Allen, TX 75002 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (773) 543-4254 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mnm Carrier Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3552598
MC: 1190342
Based in: Allen, TX 75013 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (469) 613-0263 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asset Based Intermodal INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 755335
MC: 341318
Based in: Garland, TX 75040 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 44 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (972) 487-9900 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smart Motion Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3694862
MC: 1290479
Based in: Frisco, TX 75034 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 43 trucks, 140 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (972) 971-1938 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trinity Transportation Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492584
MC: 1149997
Based in: Frisco, TX 75035 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (469) 951-7426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sia Transportation INC

USDOT: 3304680
MC: 1048681
Based in: Plano, TX 75074 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (972) 479-1995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 680 movers in Allen

Near Pittsburgh (destination)

Cole & Cole Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1669651
MC: 14698
Based in: Duquesne, PA 15110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (412) 277-7395 Route Verify on FMCSA

Das Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3836653
MC: 1393719
Based in: Oakdale, PA 15071 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (412) 841-1051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beitler Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 335946
MC: 151846
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15204 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (412) 771-4204 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 920564
MC: 297351
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15275 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (800) 223-8973 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 308155
MC: 200308
Based in: Moon Township, PA 15108 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (800) 825-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt Worldwide Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gt Worldwide Transport INC

USDOT: 1907589
MC: 684465
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15275 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 223-8973 Route Verify on FMCSA

South Hills Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 98045
MC: 72914
Based in: Bethel Park, PA 15102 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (412) 835-8600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Material Logistics Management INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2087370
MC: 728403
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (412) 331-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Allen to Pittsburgh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,070 to $3,080 for a studio, $3,100 to $4,610 for a one-bedroom, $5,170 to $7,690 for a two-bedroom, $8,270 to $12,300 for a three-bedroom and $11,370 to $16,920 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pittsburgh from Allen?

About 1,241 road miles (1,051 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 6 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Texas into Pennsylvania 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 Allen to Pittsburgh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,730 to $2,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,130 to $3,130. 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 Allen–Pittsburgh corridor.