Charleston, SC → Pasadena, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Charleston to Pasadena

About 1,088 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,670–$6,950, delivery in 3–7 days, 180 carriers on the Charleston side and 487 in Pasadena.

1,088 miroad distance
19 h 28 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,670–$6,9502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Charleston, South Carolina
To: Pasadena, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 1,088 miles (922 straight-line)
Drive time: 19 h 28 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 180 (89 interstate)
Movers at destination: 487 (212 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Charleston

The route from Charleston, SC to Pasadena, TX covers roughly 1,088 miles by road, a west-bound trip that falls into the 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 $4,670 to $6,950 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 19 h 28 min.

On the Charleston side there are 180 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (89 of them authorized for interstate work), and 487 around Pasadena (212 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 Pasadena.

Charleston has a population of about 159,423 and Pasadena about 148,539. Pasadena is the denser city (3,477 people per square mile versus 1,309 in Charleston), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Charleston to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 1,088 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,870	$2,280	$2,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,800	$3,420	$4,170
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,670	$5,700	$6,950
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,470	$9,120	$11,120
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,280	$12,530	$15,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,570–$2,210

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

Portable container

$1,990–$2,930

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

Full-service mover

$4,670–$6,950

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Charleston (origin)

Antler Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 951978
MC: 407642
Based in: Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 143 trucks, 143 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (843) 849-0451 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ats Intermodal LLC

USDOT: 776430
MC: 347563
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29418 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 139 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (843) 308-9600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Precise Logistical Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3298761
MC: 1045896
Based in: N Charleston, SC 29420 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (843) 425-3495 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xon Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3730419
MC: 1316630
Based in: Charleston, SC 29414 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 916-0122 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Aba Moving & Storage INC

USDOT: 3402685
MC: 1095537
Based in: N Charleston, SC 29406 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (843) 529-0220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Harbor Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Premier Logistics LLC

USDOT: 1220227
MC: 340338
Based in: Hanahan, SC 29410 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (843) 554-7529 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Charleston LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2276296
MC: 779892
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smooth Move

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Go Smooth Move LLC

USDOT: 2357653
MC: 834668
Based in: North Charleston, SC 29405 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (843) 860-9717 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 180 movers in Charleston

Near Pasadena (destination)

Debusk Services Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: USA Debusk LLC

USDOT: 2297953
MC: 931121
Based in: Deer Park, TX 77536 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 779 trucks, 659 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (281) 941-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gulf Winds International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 690147
MC: 320104
Based in: Seabrook, TX 77586 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 731 trucks, 719 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (713) 747-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gulf States Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1838380
MC: 666354
Based in: Channelview, TX 77530 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 180 trucks, 153 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (713) 946-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

W W Rowland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 213641
MC: 161344
Based in: Houston, TX 77013 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (713) 675-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 365370
MC: 222288
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77503 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 138 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (281) 487-3160 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excargo Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 242877
MC: 173420
Based in: Houston, TX 77034 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jlm Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2410450
MC: 829490
Based in: Houston, TX 77029 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (281) 864-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrist USA Houston INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 963185
MC: 1019916
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77503 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (510) 385-3715 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 487 movers in Pasadena

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Charleston to Pasadena?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,870 to $2,780 for a studio, $2,800 to $4,170 for a one-bedroom, $4,670 to $6,950 for a two-bedroom, $7,470 to $11,120 for a three-bedroom and $10,280 to $15,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Charleston?

About 1,088 road miles (922 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 19 h 28 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 South Carolina into Texas 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 Charleston to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,570 to $2,210 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,990 to $2,930. 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 Charleston–Pasadena corridor.