Pasadena, TX → Lincoln, NE · Long-distance move
About 915 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,260–$6,330, delivery in 2–5 days, 487 carriers on the Pasadena side and 160 in Lincoln.
Lincoln sits about 915 miles north of Pasadena, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Nebraska that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,260 to $6,330 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 16 h 29 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 160 around Lincoln (83 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 Lincoln.
Pasadena has a population of about 148,539 and Lincoln about 301,522. The two cities have comparable density (3,477 and 2,979 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Note that Nebraska does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,700 | $2,080 | $2,530 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,550 | $3,120 | $3,800 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $4,260 | $5,190 | $6,330 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $6,810 | $8,310 | $10,130 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $9,370 | $11,420 | $13,940 |
$1,390–$1,960
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,840–$2,700
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$4,260–$6,330
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Pasadena, TX → Lincoln, NE. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: USA Debusk LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,700 to $2,530 for a studio, $2,550 to $3,800 for a one-bedroom, $4,260 to $6,330 for a two-bedroom, $6,810 to $10,130 for a three-bedroom and $9,370 to $13,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 915 road miles (775 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 16 h 29 min.
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.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Nebraska 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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,390 to $1,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,840 to $2,700. 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–Lincoln corridor.