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College Station, TX → State College, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from College Station to State College

About 1,473 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,740–$8,540, delivery in 3–7 days, 110 carriers on the College Station side and 104 in State College.

  • 1,473 miroad distance
  • 26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,740–$8,5402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,473 miles (1,248 straight-line)
Drive time
26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
110 (35 interstate)
Movers at destination
104 (47 interstate)

Reverse: State College → College Station

Moving from College Station to State College is a long-distance move of roughly 1,473 road miles, heading northeast from Texas 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 $5,740 to $8,540 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the College Station side there are 110 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (35 of them authorized for interstate work), and 104 around State College (47 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 State College.

College Station has a population of about 127,472 and State College about 40,000. State College is the denser city (8,847 people per square mile versus 2,354 in College Station), 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 College Station to State College

Full-service estimate for 1,473 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,300 $2,800 $3,410
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,440 $4,200 $5,120
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,740 $7,000 $8,540
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,180 $11,200 $13,660
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $12,620 $15,390 $18,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,110–$2,980

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

Portable container

$2,330–$3,430

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

Full-service mover

$5,740–$8,540

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 College Station (origin)

All-N-1 Freight Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3517665
MC
1166477
Based in
Bryan, TX 77803 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (832) 366-3862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Conlee-Garrett Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3997826
MC
1543389
Based in
Bryan, TX 77801 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (979) 779-1341 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clarke Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2566642
MC
896373
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (434) 865-0625 Route Verify on FMCSA

D&d Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1384337
MC
527500
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (979) 693-6233 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Bcs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Elite Customer Service Bcs INC

USDOT
4174624
MC
1606308
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (979) 201-8250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Garrett Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
115045
MC
133712
Based in
College Station, TX 77845 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (979) 255-3310 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&c Oilfield Hauling

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Lard Enterprises INC

USDOT
1320848
MC
511132
Based in
Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (979) 324-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Plus Moving And More Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4117888
MC
1574291
Based in
Bryan, TX 77808 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (979) 321-2580 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in College Station

Near State College (destination)

Davidson Brothers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trotting Fox LLC

USDOT
10559
MC
117384
Based in
Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (814) 355-5513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logixpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4267420
MC
1656758
Based in
State College, PA 16803 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (814) 826-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kerstetter Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: David R Kerstetter

USDOT
276445
MC
180364
Based in
Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (717) 667-6723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peacheys Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4515827
MC
1788504
Based in
Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (717) 667-6202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Appalachian Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2491872
MC
863048
Based in
State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (814) 650-7293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phil McNeal Transport Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Philip D McNeal Jr

USDOT
560337
MC
273154
Based in
Julian, PA 16844 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (814) 353-0328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kurtious Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2973008
MC
904809
Based in
Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (814) 574-8448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Werema Ventures LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4227992
MC
1635283
Based in
State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (814) 325-1483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in State College

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from College Station to State College?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,410 for a studio, $3,440 to $5,120 for a one-bedroom, $5,740 to $8,540 for a two-bedroom, $9,180 to $13,660 for a three-bedroom and $12,620 to $18,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is State College from College Station?

About 1,473 road miles (1,248 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 driving days).

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 College Station to State College?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,110 to $2,980 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,330 to $3,430. 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 College Station–State College corridor.