Grand Prairie, TX → Pasadena, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Grand Prairie to Pasadena

About 279 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,770, delivery in 1–3 days, 1,899 carriers on the Grand Prairie side and 487 in Pasadena.

279 miroad distance
5 h 31 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Grand Prairie, Texas
To: Pasadena, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 279 miles (237 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 31 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin: 1,899 (756 interstate)
Movers at destination: 487 (212 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Grand Prairie

Pasadena sits about 279 miles southeast of Grand Prairie, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.

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 $2,530 to $3,770 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 5 h 31 min.

On the Grand Prairie side there are 1,899 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (756 of them authorized for interstate work), and 487 around Pasadena (212 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 Pasadena.

Grand Prairie has a population of about 209,434 and Pasadena about 148,539. The two cities have comparable density (2,701 and 3,477 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Grand Prairie to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 279 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,210	$1,470	$1,790
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,520	$1,850	$2,260
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,530	$3,090	$3,770
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,050	$4,940	$6,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,570	$6,800	$8,290

Rental truck (DIY)

$440–$620

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

Portable container

$1,270–$1,870

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

Full-service mover

$2,530–$3,770

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Grand Prairie (origin)

Poly Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 160955
MC: 180584
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75051 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 412 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (972) 337-7273 Route Verify on FMCSA

Value Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Value Truck Of Az LLC

USDOT: 822809
MC: 364675
Based in: Dallas, TX 75211 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 305 trucks, 345 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (602) 249-5501 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aburo Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3508894
MC: 1160787
Based in: Arlington, TX 76011 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 255 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (206) 430-4276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Time Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2475440
MC: 856231
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 150 trucks, 150 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (972) 872-8455 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saw Transit LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2927239
MC: 987973
Based in: Pantego, TX 76013 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 115 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (682) 284-9946 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arsh Brothers Inc

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 6172104
Based in: Dallas, TX 75247 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (214) 506-3991 Route Verify on FMCSA

Milan Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2393479
MC: 822800
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (817) 329-2055 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jetex Freight LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1580734
MC: 585393
Based in: Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 79 trucks, 266 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (972) 215-7079 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,899 movers in Grand Prairie

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 Grand Prairie to Pasadena?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,520 to $2,260 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,770 for a two-bedroom, $4,050 to $6,030 for a three-bedroom and $5,570 to $8,290 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Grand Prairie?

About 279 road miles (237 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 31 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 Grand Prairie and Pasadena are in Texas, 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 Grand Prairie to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $440 to $620 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,270 to $1,870. 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 Grand Prairie–Pasadena corridor.