Pittsburgh, PA

Bowling Green, KY → Pittsburgh, PA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Bowling Green to Pittsburgh

About 498 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,240–$4,820, delivery in 1–3 days, 128 carriers on the Bowling Green side and 450 in Pittsburgh.

  • 498 miroad distance
  • 9 h 17 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,240–$4,8202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 498 miles (422 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 17 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
128 (97 interstate)
Movers at destination
450 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Pittsburgh → Bowling Green

The route from Bowling Green, KY to Pittsburgh, PA covers roughly 498 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $3,240 to $4,820 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 17 min.

On the Bowling Green side there are 128 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (97 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.

Bowling Green has a population of about 76,000 and Pittsburgh about 307,632. Pittsburgh is the denser city (5,469 people per square mile versus 1,742 in Bowling Green), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Pennsylvania is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Bowling Green to Pittsburgh

Full-service estimate for 498 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,300 $1,580 $1,930
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,940 $2,370 $2,890
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,240 $3,950 $4,820
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,180 $6,320 $7,710
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,130 $8,690 $10,610

Rental truck (DIY)

$810–$1,150

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

Portable container

$1,460–$2,150

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

Full-service mover

$3,240–$4,820

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

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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 Bowling Green (origin)

As Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2184631
MC
758488
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
152 trucks, 76 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Taz Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1268158
MC
492697
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
93 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Bluegrass Dedicated LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2159714
MC
750623
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
92 trucks, 95 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Gold Star Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2369624
MC
812858
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 38 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Greenline Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1632617
MC
602053
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
72 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Mr Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1349293
MC
545266
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

On Time Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2116677
MC
737785
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42101 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Emirate Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2592057
MC
909331
Based in
Bowling Green, KY 42104 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
38 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 128 movers in Bowling Green

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

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

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

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

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

Gt Worldwide Transport

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

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

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

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Bowling Green to Pittsburgh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,300 to $1,930 for a studio, $1,940 to $2,890 for a one-bedroom, $3,240 to $4,820 for a two-bedroom, $5,180 to $7,710 for a three-bedroom and $7,130 to $10,610 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pittsburgh from Bowling Green?

About 498 road miles (422 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Kentucky 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 Bowling Green to Pittsburgh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,150 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,150. 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 Bowling Green–Pittsburgh corridor.