League City, TX → Pasadena, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from League City to Pasadena

About 1,636 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,780–$10,080, delivery in 5–10 days, 187 carriers on the League City side and 822 in Pasadena.

1,636 miroad distance
28 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,780–$10,0802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: League City, Texas
To: Pasadena, California
Road distance: ≈ 1,636 miles (1,387 straight-line)
Drive time: 28 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 187 (79 interstate)
Movers at destination: 822 (337 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → League City

Pasadena sits about 1,636 miles west of League City, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,780 to $10,080 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 28 hours (4 driving days).

On the League City side there are 187 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (79 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.

League City has a population of about 119,905 and Pasadena about 135,804. Pasadena is the denser city (6,030 people per square mile versus 2,230 in League City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from League City to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 1,636 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,710	$3,310	$4,030
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,070	$4,960	$6,050
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,780	$8,260	$10,080
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,840	$13,220	$16,130
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,910	$18,180	$22,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,280–$3,220

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

Portable container

$2,480–$3,650

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

Full-service mover

$6,780–$10,080

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near League City (origin)

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

Debusk Services Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: USA Debusk LLC

USDOT: 2297953
MC: 931121
Based in: Deer Park, TX 77536 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 779 trucks, 659 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (281) 941-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Excargo Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 242877
MC: 173420
Based in: Houston, TX 77034 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pioneer Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pioneer Freight LTD

USDOT: 1332675
MC: 514641
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77507 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 42 trucks, 42 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (832) 714-3000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Tech Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2090316
MC: 729281
Based in: Santa Fe, TX 77510 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (832) 864-3379 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logistics Specialty Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4187400
MC: 1613192
Based in: Pasadena, TX 77504 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (346) 578-6862 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rollin Out Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3697335
MC: 1292296
Based in: Hitchcock, TX 77563 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (985) 601-1279 Route Verify on FMCSA

Citizen Global Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3484545
MC: 1144768
Based in: Houston, TX 77089 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (281) 935-6679 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 187 movers in League City

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

Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

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

Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (424) 335-1991 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (213) 944-0878 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (818) 731-8259 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (323) 728-8900 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 822 movers in Pasadena

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Pasadena accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from League City to Pasadena?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,710 to $4,030 for a studio, $4,070 to $6,050 for a one-bedroom, $6,780 to $10,080 for a two-bedroom, $10,840 to $16,130 for a three-bedroom and $14,910 to $22,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from League City?

About 1,636 road miles (1,387 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 28 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Texas 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 League City to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,280 to $3,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,480 to $3,650. 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 League City–Pasadena corridor.