Auburn, AL

Pearland, TX → Auburn, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Pearland to Auburn

About 730 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,720–$5,530, delivery in 2–5 days, 645 carriers on the Pearland side and 77 in Auburn.

  • 730 miroad distance
  • 13 h 17 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,720–$5,5302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 730 miles (618 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 17 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
645 (259 interstate)
Movers at destination
77 (40 interstate)

Reverse: Auburn → Pearland

Auburn sits about 730 miles east of Pearland, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Alabama 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 $3,720 to $5,530 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 13 h 17 min.

On the Pearland side there are 645 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (259 of them authorized for interstate work), and 77 around Auburn (40 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 Auburn.

Pearland has a population of about 129,930 and Auburn about 80,000. Pearland is considerably denser (2,584 people per square mile versus 1,219), 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 Alabama than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Alabama does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pearland to Auburn

Full-service estimate for 730 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,490 $1,810 $2,210
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,230 $2,720 $3,320
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,720 $4,530 $5,530
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,950 $7,250 $8,850
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,170 $9,970 $12,160

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,050–$1,480

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

Portable container

$1,670–$2,460

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

Full-service mover

$3,720–$5,530

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 Pearland (origin)

Clark Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
365370
MC
222288
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77503 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Excargo Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
242877
MC
173420
Based in
Houston, TX 77034 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Roadrunner Dedicated Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2443733
MC
843742
Based in
Houston, TX 77035 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
69 trucks, 27 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Wrist USA Houston INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
963185
MC
1019916
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77503 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Jd Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2399905
MC
822597
Based in
Fresno, TX 77545 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 49 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Neptune Linq Global LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3258930
MC
1027020
Based in
Houston, TX 77098 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

G And S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate
USDOT
511433
MC
260957
Based in
Houston, TX 77021 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 58 drivers
USDOT registered
1993

Lrb Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1736170
MC
635958
Based in
Houston, TX 77085 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

All 645 movers in Pearland

Near Auburn (destination)

Lambert Transfer And Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
105783
MC
60083
Based in
Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1416474
MC
524357
Based in
Auburn, AL 36832 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Room2room Movers Auburn LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4551493
MC
1807653
Based in
Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Wise Guys Moving LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
3141732
MC
99697
Based in
Opelika, AL 36801 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Retriever Transport LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4092410
MC
1559321
Based in
Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Calixto & Sons Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4471066
MC
1764614
Based in
Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Randy Cottier

Interstate carrier
USDOT
915147
Based in
Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2000

J&ew Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1452911
MC
549044
Based in
Auburn, AL 36830 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 77 movers in Auburn

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pearland to Auburn?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,230 to $3,320 for a one-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,530 for a two-bedroom, $5,950 to $8,850 for a three-bedroom and $8,170 to $12,160 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Auburn from Pearland?

About 730 road miles (618 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Texas into Alabama 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 Pearland to Auburn?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,050 to $1,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,670 to $2,460. 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 Pearland–Auburn corridor.