Lancaster, PA → Youngstown, OH · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Lancaster to Youngstown

About 283 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,530–$3,770, delivery in 1–3 days, 260 carriers on the Lancaster side and 141 in Youngstown.

283 miroad distance
5 h 35 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,530–$3,7702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
To: Youngstown, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 283 miles (239 straight-line)
Drive time: 5 h 35 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 260 (171 interstate)
Movers at destination: 141 (90 interstate)

Reverse: Youngstown → Lancaster

Moving from Lancaster to Youngstown is a regional long-distance move of roughly 283 road miles, heading west from Pennsylvania to Ohio.

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 35 min.

On the Lancaster side there are 260 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (171 of them authorized for interstate work), and 141 around Youngstown (90 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 Youngstown.

Lancaster has a population of about 58,000 and Youngstown about 59,000. Lancaster is considerably denser (8,031 people per square mile versus 1,770), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Lancaster to Youngstown

Full-service estimate for 283 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,200	$1,460	$1,780
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	$4,060	$4,950	$6,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,580	$6,800	$8,300

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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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Lancaster (origin)

Miller Dedicated Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2562869
MC: 894481
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 200 trucks, 200 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (609) 265-2511 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sunrise Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 276388
MC: 290856
Based in: Ephrata, PA 17522 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 128 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (717) 721-2803 Route Verify on FMCSA

Falcon Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 168358
MC: 145282
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 120 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514795
MC: 197249
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 115 trucks, 100 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quaker Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 619559
MC: 287214
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (717) 735-0560 Route Verify on FMCSA

Snavely'S Mill INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 377174
MC: 302885
Based in: Lititz, PA 17543 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (717) 626-6256 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2040512
MC: 720073
Based in: Quarryville, PA 17566 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (717) 471-8623 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shawnee Trucking Pa INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1342517
MC: 515012
Based in: Lancaster, PA 17601 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (717) 684-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 260 movers in Lancaster

Near Youngstown (destination)

Howlett Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3287780
MC: 1040616
Based in: Canfield, OH 44406 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 63 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 770-6513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Over-Deliver LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3276480
MC: 1035210
Based in: North Jackson, OH 44451 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 49 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (412) 576-1317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Grant Street Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Grant Street Services INC

USDOT: 906635
MC: 392849
Based in: Niles, OH 44446 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (330) 544-9180 Route Verify on FMCSA

Joy Cone Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 85100
MC: 264866
Based in: Hermitage, PA 16148 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (724) 962-3426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kayd Transport Services LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1210024
MC: 764464
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (614) 316-7095 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleland Bros Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleland Bros Moving LLC

USDOT: 1154917
MC: 467396
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (330) 729-2700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ten Cities Ii LLC

USDOT: 3257266
MC: 1026210
Based in: Boardman, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (330) 758-2110 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bearded Brothers Moving Group LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3453726
MC: 1125163
Based in: Youngstown, OH 44512 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (330) 885-6841 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 141 movers in Youngstown

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lancaster to Youngstown?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,520 to $2,260 for a one-bedroom, $2,530 to $3,770 for a two-bedroom, $4,060 to $6,030 for a three-bedroom and $5,580 to $8,300 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Youngstown from Lancaster?

About 283 road miles (239 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 5 h 35 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Pennsylvania into Ohio 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 Lancaster to Youngstown?

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 Lancaster–Youngstown corridor.