Erie, PA → Bethlehem, PA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Erie to Bethlehem

About 312 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,700–$4,020, delivery in 1–3 days, 71 carriers on the Erie side and 402 in Bethlehem.

312 miroad distance
6 h 5 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,700–$4,0202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Erie, Pennsylvania
To: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 312 miles (265 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 5 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Pennsylvania)
Movers at origin: 71 (48 interstate)
Movers at destination: 402 (297 interstate)

Reverse: Bethlehem → Erie

Moving from Erie to Bethlehem is a regional long-distance move of roughly 312 road miles, heading east within 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 $2,700 to $4,020 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 6 h 5 min.

On the Erie side there are 71 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (48 of them authorized for interstate work), and 402 around Bethlehem (297 interstate). For an in-state 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 Bethlehem.

Erie has a population of about 93,000 and Bethlehem about 78,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,957 and 3,964 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Erie to Bethlehem

Full-service estimate for 312 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,230	$1,500	$1,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,620	$1,980	$2,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,700	$3,300	$4,020
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,330	$5,280	$6,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,950	$7,260	$8,850

Rental truck (DIY)

$470–$660

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

Portable container

$1,300–$1,910

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

Full-service mover

$2,700–$4,020

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Erie (origin)

Care Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4750164
Based in: Erie, PA 16504 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (814) 217-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Durst Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 120899
MC: 109927
Based in: Erie, PA 16508 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 873-8766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eqpt Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4447192
MC: 1751948
Based in: Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (814) 840-1608 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandy Run Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3306404
MC: 1049485
Based in: Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (814) 476-0076 Route Verify on FMCSA

B F Fields Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: B F Fields INC

USDOT: 120905
MC: 31881
Based in: Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (814) 454-2481 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua Barone

USDOT: 3138746
MC: 1122199
Based in: Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (814) 450-0422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big A Construction Group INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2877361
MC: 965774
Based in: Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (929) 500-0009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adina Express Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3254464
MC: 1024875
Based in: Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (814) 881-9472 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Erie

Near Bethlehem (destination)

Mti INC Pa

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Marine Transportation Intermodal INC

USDOT: 268139
MC: 147923
Based in: Allentown, PA 18104 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 125 trucks, 127 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (484) 866-4250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Smr Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2273558
MC: 776491
Based in: Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 67 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (610) 438-1183 Route Verify on FMCSA

Highway Freight Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1444559
MC: 545976
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (610) 865-1133 Route Verify on FMCSA

Leonard Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1171254
MC: 469678
Based in: Easton, PA 18042 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (732) 248-5300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322506
MC: 1066356
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (217) 217-1703 Route Verify on FMCSA

United Trans LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1953742
MC: 693960
Based in: Easton, PA 18040 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (848) 565-7508 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ghg Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2053518
MC: 719083
Based in: Allentown, PA 18106 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (484) 223-4502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Insulation Company Of America LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256276
MC: 366606
Based in: Allentown, PA 18103 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (610) 791-4200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 402 movers in Bethlehem

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Erie to Bethlehem?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,830 for a studio, $1,620 to $2,410 for a one-bedroom, $2,700 to $4,020 for a two-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a three-bedroom and $5,950 to $8,850 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Bethlehem from Erie?

About 312 road miles (265 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 5 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Erie and Bethlehem are in Pennsylvania, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Erie to Bethlehem?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $470 to $660 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,300 to $1,910. 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 Erie–Bethlehem corridor.