Pasadena, CA

Hillsboro, OR → Pasadena, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hillsboro to Pasadena

About 974 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,310–$7,900, delivery in 2–5 days, 165 carriers on the Hillsboro side and 822 in Pasadena.

  • 974 miroad distance
  • 17 h 30 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,310–$7,9002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 974 miles (825 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 30 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
165 (95 interstate)
Movers at destination
822 (337 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Hillsboro

Moving from Hillsboro to Pasadena is a long-distance move of roughly 974 road miles, heading south from Oregon to California.

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 $5,310 to $7,900 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 30 min.

On the Hillsboro side there are 165 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (95 of them authorized for interstate work), and 822 around Pasadena (337 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.

Hillsboro has a population of about 111,126 and Pasadena about 135,804. Pasadena is the denser city (6,030 people per square mile versus 4,142 in Hillsboro), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Oregon, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Hillsboro to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 974 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,120 $2,590 $3,160
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,190 $3,890 $4,740
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,310 $6,480 $7,900
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,500 $10,360 $12,640
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,680 $14,250 $17,380

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,050

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$5,310–$7,900

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 Hillsboro (origin)

Global-1-Solutions

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4282676
MC
1665063
Based in
Portland, OR 97239 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
50,000 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Terminal Transfer INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
59571
MC
115767
Based in
Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pro Truck Lines

Licensed interstate
USDOT
524115
MC
278091
Based in
Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Truck Source Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
3127725
MC
91424
Based in
Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Pdx Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2353055
MC
869184
Based in
Tualatin, OR 97062 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 66 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Rose City Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
295098
MC
185266
Based in
Portland, OR 97217 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
13 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

A-1 Premium Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2033832
MC
783862
Based in
Portland, OR 97203 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
12 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Bridgetown Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318726
MC
7797
Based in
Portland, OR 97210 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
11 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

All 165 movers in Hillsboro

Near Pasadena (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9853
MC
139496
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
480301
MC
619388
Based in
Commerce, CA 90022 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
424572
Based in
Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4420956
MC
1738102
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90029 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1778992
MC
648911
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Saba Couriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3182236
MC
127315
Based in
Burbank, CA 91505 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
282762
MC
208837
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

All 822 movers in Pasadena

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,120 to $3,160 for a studio, $3,190 to $4,740 for a one-bedroom, $5,310 to $7,900 for a two-bedroom, $8,500 to $12,640 for a three-bedroom and $11,680 to $17,380 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Hillsboro?

About 974 road miles (825 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 30 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon into California 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 Hillsboro to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,050 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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 Hillsboro–Pasadena corridor.