Monterey, CA

Pearland, TX → Monterey, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Pearland to Monterey

About 1,896 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,230–$10,760, delivery in 5–10 days, 645 carriers on the Pearland side and 12 in Monterey.

  • 1,896 miroad distance
  • 33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $7,230–$10,7602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,896 miles (1,607 straight-line)
Drive time
33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
645 (259 interstate)
Movers at destination
12 (4 interstate)

Reverse: Monterey → Pearland

Moving from Pearland to Monterey is a cross-country move of roughly 1,896 road miles, heading northwest from Texas to California.

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 $7,230 to $10,760 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 driving days).

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 12 around Monterey (4 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 Monterey.

Pearland has a population of about 129,930 and Monterey about 30,000. Monterey is the denser city (3,495 people per square mile versus 2,584 in Pearland), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Texas, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pearland to Monterey

Full-service estimate for 1,896 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,890 $3,530 $4,310
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,340 $5,290 $6,460
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $7,230 $8,820 $10,760
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,570 $14,120 $17,220
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,920 $19,410 $23,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,700–$3,810

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

Portable container

$2,710–$3,990

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

Full-service mover

$7,230–$10,760

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

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 Monterey (destination)

American Movers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1077325
MC
447949
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2002

Mod-Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2983026
MC
1294330
Based in
Monterey, CA 93940 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017

Monterey Peninsula Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
167294
MC
51424
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Supply & Demand Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3507091
MC
1159608
Based in
Marina, CA 93933 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

A New Beginning Monterey

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2710075
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Monterey Junk Removal

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3202429
Based in
Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

White Glove Movers LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3375963
MC
1082909
Based in
Pebble Beach, CA 93953 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Jrg Junk Removal & Yard Maintenance

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3725511
Based in
Seaside, CA 93955 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 12 movers in Monterey

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,890 to $4,310 for a studio, $4,340 to $6,460 for a one-bedroom, $7,230 to $10,760 for a two-bedroom, $11,570 to $17,220 for a three-bedroom and $15,920 to $23,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monterey from Pearland?

About 1,896 road miles (1,607 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California 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 Monterey?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,700 to $3,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,710 to $3,990. 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–Monterey corridor.