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

Movers from Pearland to Mobile

About 517 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,220–$4,790, delivery in 2–5 days, 645 carriers on the Pearland side and 168 in Mobile.

517 miroad distance
9 h 37 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,220–$4,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pearland, Texas
To: Mobile, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 517 miles (438 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 37 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 645 (259 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Mobile → Pearland

Moving from Pearland to Mobile is a long-distance move of roughly 517 road miles, heading east from Texas to Alabama.

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 $3,220 to $4,790 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 9 h 37 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 168 around Mobile (103 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 Mobile.

Pearland has a population of about 129,930 and Mobile about 200,824. Pearland is considerably denser (2,584 people per square mile versus 1,341), 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 Mobile

Full-service estimate for 517 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,290	$1,570	$1,920
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,930	$2,360	$2,870
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,220	$3,930	$4,790
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,150	$6,280	$7,660
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,080	$8,640	$10,540

Rental truck (DIY)

$830–$1,170

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

Portable container

$1,480–$2,180

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

Full-service mover

$3,220–$4,790

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 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

Call (281) 487-3160 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (832) 613-9202 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (510) 385-3715 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (877) 630-5449 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (281) 914-8627 Route Verify on FMCSA

G And S Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: East End Transfer And Storage INC

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

Call (713) 644-1811 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (713) 255-2183 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 645 movers in Pearland

Near Mobile (destination)

Wright Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 793730
MC: 353905
Based in: Mobile, AL 36605 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 235 trucks, 208 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (251) 432-6390 Route Verify on FMCSA

Taliyah Fast And Quick Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4286672
MC: 1667253
Based in: Mobile, AL 36617 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (251) 259-1426 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miami Warehouse Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: S And M Transportation INC

USDOT: 514855
MC: 261707
Based in: Saraland, AL 36571 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (251) 679-3344 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bay Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 273702
MC: 186516
Based in: Mobile, AL 36610 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 24 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (251) 438-6878 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sws Investments & Holdings LLC

USDOT: 2908185
MC: 979238
Based in: Mobile, AL 36693 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (205) 412-6757 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vassel Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3420027
MC: 1105291
Based in: Whistler, AL 36612 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (251) 422-7957 Route Verify on FMCSA

Asap Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3284177
MC: 1038846
Based in: Mobile, AL 36693 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (251) 520-9476 Route Verify on FMCSA

Am Hot Shot Express L L C

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 979782
MC: 409556
Based in: Theodore, AL 36582 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (251) 666-7088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Mobile

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,930 to $2,870 for a one-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,790 for a two-bedroom, $5,150 to $7,660 for a three-bedroom and $7,080 to $10,540 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Mobile from Pearland?

About 517 road miles (438 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 37 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 Mobile?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $830 to $1,170 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,480 to $2,180. 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–Mobile corridor.