Pasadena, TX → Denton, TX · Regional long-distance move
About 322 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,690–$4,000, delivery in 1–3 days, 487 carriers on the Pasadena side and 409 in Denton.
The route from Pasadena, TX to Denton, TX covers roughly 322 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,690 to $4,000 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 6 h 15 min.
On the Pasadena side there are 487 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (212 of them authorized for interstate work), and 409 around Denton (187 interstate). For an in-state 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 Denton.
Pasadena has a population of about 148,539 and Denton about 169,431. Pasadena is considerably denser (3,477 people per square mile versus 1,451), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,210 | $1,470 | $1,790 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,610 | $1,960 | $2,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,690 | $3,270 | $4,000 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,300 | $5,240 | $6,390 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $5,910 | $7,200 | $8,790 |
$480–$680
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,310–$1,920
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,690–$4,000
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.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,610 to $2,400 for a one-bedroom, $2,690 to $4,000 for a two-bedroom, $4,300 to $6,390 for a three-bedroom and $5,910 to $8,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 322 road miles (273 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 15 min.
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.
No. Because both Pasadena and Denton are in Texas, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,920. 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.
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–Denton corridor.