Lawrence, KS → Pearland, TX · Long-distance move

Movers from Lawrence to Pearland

About 767 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,860–$5,750, delivery in 2–5 days, 17 carriers on the Lawrence side and 645 in Pearland.

767 miroad distance
13 h 55 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,860–$5,7502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Lawrence, Kansas
To: Pearland, Texas
Road distance: ≈ 767 miles (650 straight-line)
Drive time: 13 h 55 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 17 (14 interstate)
Movers at destination: 645 (259 interstate)

Reverse: Pearland → Lawrence

The route from Lawrence, KS to Pearland, TX covers roughly 767 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 $3,860 to $5,750 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 13 h 55 min.

On the Lawrence side there are 17 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (14 of them authorized for interstate work), and 645 around Pearland (259 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 Pearland.

Lawrence has a population of about 95,000 and Pearland about 129,930. The two cities have comparable density (2,772 and 2,584 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Lawrence to Pearland

Full-service estimate for 767 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,550	$1,880	$2,300
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,320	$2,830	$3,450
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,860	$4,710	$5,750
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,180	$7,540	$9,200
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,500	$10,360	$12,640

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,090–$1,540

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

Portable container

$1,700–$2,510

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

Full-service mover

$3,860–$5,750

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 Lawrence (origin)

Professional Delivery Services INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1380572
MC: 745731
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 312-0351 Route Verify on FMCSA

Free Agents LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1644908
MC: 616036
Based in: Tonganoxie, KS 66086 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Route Verify on FMCSA

Professional Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 917983
MC: 397078
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (785) 842-1115 Route Verify on FMCSA

Starving Artists Moving

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bcv Moving On LLC

USDOT: 768024
MC: 345177
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (785) 749-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Swing Freight INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1996368
MC: 727907
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66049 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (913) 645-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freedom In Christ Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1397728
MC: 530604
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66046 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (785) 218-3406 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zhanettrucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3516994
MC: 1176725
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (702) 981-5293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dock2dock

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Door2door Movers LLC

USDOT: 4517072
MC: 1789178
Based in: Lawrence, KS 66044 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (785) 200-8777 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 17 movers in Lawrence

Near Pearland (destination)

Clark Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 365370
MC: 222288
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77503 (14 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 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roadrunner Dedicated Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2443733
MC: 843742
Based in: Houston, TX 77035 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 69 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (832) 613-9202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wrist USA Houston INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 963185
MC: 1019916
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77503 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 63 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (510) 385-3715 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jd Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2399905
MC: 822597
Based in: Fresno, TX 77545 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 50 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (877) 630-5449 Route Verify on FMCSA

Neptune Linq Global LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3258930
MC: 1027020
Based in: Houston, TX 77098 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (281) 914-8627 Route Verify on FMCSA

G And S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: East End Transfer And Storage INC

USDOT: 511433
MC: 260957
Based in: Houston, TX 77021 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (713) 644-1811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lrb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1736170
MC: 635958
Based in: Houston, TX 77085 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (713) 255-2183 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in Pearland

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Pearland if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lawrence to Pearland?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,300 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,450 for a one-bedroom, $3,860 to $5,750 for a two-bedroom, $6,180 to $9,200 for a three-bedroom and $8,500 to $12,640 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pearland from Lawrence?

About 767 road miles (650 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 55 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 Kansas into Texas 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 Lawrence to Pearland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,090 to $1,540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,700 to $2,510. 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 Lawrence–Pearland corridor.