Clearwater, FL → Pittsburgh, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Clearwater to Pittsburgh

About 1,033 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,750–$7,070, delivery in 3–7 days, 361 carriers on the Clearwater side and 450 in Pittsburgh.

1,033 miroad distance
18 h 31 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$4,750–$7,0702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Clearwater, Florida
To: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,033 miles (876 straight-line)
Drive time: 18 h 31 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 361 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 450 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Pittsburgh → Clearwater

Moving from Clearwater to Pittsburgh is a long-distance move of roughly 1,033 road miles, heading north from Florida to Pennsylvania.

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 $4,750 to $7,070 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 18 h 31 min.

On the Clearwater side there are 361 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 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.

Clearwater has a population of about 114,364 and Pittsburgh about 307,632. The two cities have comparable density (4,494 and 5,469 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Clearwater to Pittsburgh

Full-service estimate for 1,033 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,850	$3,480	$4,240
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,750	$5,790	$7,070
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,600	$9,270	$11,310
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$10,450	$12,750	$15,550

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,510–$2,130

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

Portable container

$1,940–$2,860

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

Full-service mover

$4,750–$7,070

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 Clearwater (origin)

Pods

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Pods Enterprises LLC

USDOT: 1397252
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1,324 trucks, 1,100 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 509-6895 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mtc Freight LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2979890
MC: 15958
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33759 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (727) 202-9293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Somat Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1208624
MC: 480786
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (727) 656-2780 Route Verify on FMCSA

Venecia Logistica LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3436639
MC: 1114981
Based in: Tampa, FL 33626 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (813) 405-7288 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joule Yacht Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 74296
MC: 128791
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (727) 573-2627 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dbr Carrier INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1616398
MC: 597443
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33763 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (727) 365-8714 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Pro INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1945381
MC: 692474
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33765 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (727) 373-8773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Atl INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 896761
MC: 274730
Based in: Clearwater, FL 33762 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (727) 572-8841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 361 movers in Clearwater

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 Clearwater to Pittsburgh?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,900 to $2,830 for a studio, $2,850 to $4,240 for a one-bedroom, $4,750 to $7,070 for a two-bedroom, $7,600 to $11,310 for a three-bedroom and $10,450 to $15,550 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pittsburgh from Clearwater?

About 1,033 road miles (876 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 18 h 31 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 Florida 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 Clearwater to Pittsburgh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,510 to $2,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,940 to $2,860. 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 Clearwater–Pittsburgh corridor.