Pasadena, CA

Hood River, OR → Pasadena, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Hood River to Pasadena

About 965 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,280–$7,860, delivery in 2–5 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 822 in Pasadena.

  • 965 miroad distance
  • 17 h 20 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $5,280–$7,8602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 965 miles (818 straight-line)
Drive time
17 h 20 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination
822 (337 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Hood River

The route from Hood River, OR to Pasadena, CA covers roughly 965 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,280 to $7,860 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 20 min.

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 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.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and Pasadena about 135,804. Pasadena is the denser city (6,030 people per square mile versus 3,188 in Hood River), 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 Hood River to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 965 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,110 $2,580 $3,140
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,170 $3,870 $4,720
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,280 $6,440 $7,860
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,450 $10,310 $12,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,630 $14,180 $17,300

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,440–$2,030

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$5,280–$7,860

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 Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2264228
MC
797196
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1078021
MC
133654
Based in
Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2250613
MC
823545
Based in
Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3005779
MC
26493
Based in
Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700816
MC
1294825
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1554097
MC
577032
Based in
Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4391520
MC
1722817
Based in
Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3573105
MC
1204270
Based in
Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 13 movers in Hood River

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 Hood River to Pasadena?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,110 to $3,140 for a studio, $3,170 to $4,720 for a one-bedroom, $5,280 to $7,860 for a two-bedroom, $8,450 to $12,580 for a three-bedroom and $11,630 to $17,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Hood River?

About 965 road miles (818 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 20 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 Hood River to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,440 to $2,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,770. 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 Hood River–Pasadena corridor.