Pasadena, CA → Plymouth, MA · Cross-country move

Movers from Pasadena to Plymouth

About 3,073 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $10,220–$15,210, delivery in 7–14 days, 822 carriers on the Pasadena side and 37 in Plymouth.

3,073 miroad distance
53 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$10,220–$15,2102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pasadena, California
To: Plymouth, Massachusetts
Road distance: ≈ 3,073 miles (2,604 straight-line)
Drive time: 53 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 822 (337 interstate)
Movers at destination: 37 (21 interstate)

Reverse: Plymouth → Pasadena

Moving from Pasadena to Plymouth is a cross-country move of roughly 3,073 road miles, heading northeast from California to Massachusetts.

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 $10,220 to $15,210 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 53 hours (6 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 37 around Plymouth (21 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 Plymouth.

Pasadena has a population of about 135,804 and Plymouth about 65,000. Plymouth is the denser city (27,353 people per square mile versus 6,030 in Pasadena), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pasadena to Plymouth

Full-service estimate for 3,073 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,090	$4,990	$6,080
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$6,130	$7,480	$9,130
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$10,220	$12,470	$15,210
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$16,360	$19,950	$24,340
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$22,490	$27,430	$33,460

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,210–$5,940

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

Portable container

$3,760–$5,530

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

Full-service mover

$10,220–$15,210

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 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

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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

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Near Plymouth (destination)

Sysco Boston LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 49541
MC: 1099731
Based in: Plympton, MA 02367 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 234 trucks, 257 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 422-2300 Route Verify on FMCSA

C C Construction INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 402399
Based in: Plymouth, MA 02360 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (508) 398-1811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cape Cargo INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 813744
MC: 406241
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 24 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (508) 833-6400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liberty Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1108840
MC: 456026
Based in: West Wareham, MA 02576 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (401) 825-6600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Perry'S Transit

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: John Perry

USDOT: 2069425
MC: 723392
Based in: Carver, MA 02330 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 17 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (781) 724-7172 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nichols Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 436103
MC: 223136
Based in: Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (508) 947-7347 Route Verify on FMCSA

Burkhardt Bros INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 148684
MC: 3844
Based in: Marshfield, MA 02050 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (781) 337-0144 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whitehall Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Roger Lee Hall

USDOT: 801850
MC: 313832
Based in: Middleboro, MA 02346 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (774) 213-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 37 movers in Plymouth

Tips for this move

Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
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 Plymouth accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,090 to $6,080 for a studio, $6,130 to $9,130 for a one-bedroom, $10,220 to $15,210 for a two-bedroom, $16,360 to $24,340 for a three-bedroom and $22,490 to $33,460 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Plymouth from Pasadena?

About 3,073 road miles (2,604 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 53 hours (6 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 Massachusetts 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 Plymouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,210 to $5,940 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,760 to $5,530. 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–Plymouth corridor.