Pasadena, CA → Morgantown, WV · Cross-country move

Movers from Pasadena to Morgantown

About 2,510 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,020–$11,930, delivery in 7–14 days, 822 carriers on the Pasadena side and 67 in Morgantown.

2,510 miroad distance
43 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,020–$11,9302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pasadena, California
To: Morgantown, West Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 2,510 miles (2,127 straight-line)
Drive time: 43 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 822 (337 interstate)
Movers at destination: 67 (49 interstate)

Reverse: Morgantown → Pasadena

Moving from Pasadena to Morgantown is a cross-country move of roughly 2,510 road miles, heading east from California to West Virginia.

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 $8,020 to $11,930 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 43 hours (5 driving days).

On the Pasadena side there are 822 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (337 of them authorized for interstate work), and 67 around Morgantown (49 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 Morgantown.

Pasadena has a population of about 135,804 and Morgantown about 30,000. Pasadena is considerably denser (6,030 people per square mile versus 2,981), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Pasadena to Morgantown

Full-service estimate for 2,510 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,210	$3,910	$4,770
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,810	$5,870	$7,160
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,020	$9,780	$11,930
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,830	$15,640	$19,080
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,640	$21,510	$26,240

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,480–$4,910

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

Portable container

$3,260–$4,790

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

Full-service mover

$8,020–$11,930

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 Pasadena (origin)

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

Near Morgantown (destination)

Mts Truck Repair

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Mts Enterprise Of Smithfield Pa INC

USDOT: 2369971
MC: 1168953
Based in: Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (724) 569-1072 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dalton INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 676273
MC: 315572
Based in: Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (304) 291-0354 Route Verify on FMCSA

Myers Excavation & Contracting

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Myers Contracting And Custom Country Creations

USDOT: 2587599
MC: 907096
Based in: Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (304) 376-0149 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jack'S Auto INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 440131
MC: 614291
Based in: Mount Morris, PA 15349 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (724) 324-2707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xclusive Movers LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4252111
MC: 1648375
Based in: Fairmont, WV 26554 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (304) 276-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

Abate Moving Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Abates Moving Services LLC

USDOT: 3679007
MC: 1278788
Based in: Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (304) 904-7553 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & J Jones Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1858156
MC: 668146
Based in: Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (724) 323-4638 Route Verify on FMCSA

Al Do Right Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3768184
MC: 1344172
Based in: Morgantown, WV 26505 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (681) 209-0629 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 67 movers in Morgantown

Tips for this move

Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Morgantown 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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,210 to $4,770 for a studio, $4,810 to $7,160 for a one-bedroom, $8,020 to $11,930 for a two-bedroom, $12,830 to $19,080 for a three-bedroom and $17,640 to $26,240 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morgantown from Pasadena?

About 2,510 road miles (2,127 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 43 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California into West Virginia 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 Pasadena to Morgantown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,480 to $4,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,260 to $4,790. 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 Pasadena–Morgantown corridor.