Morgantown, WV

Pearland, TX → Morgantown, WV · Long-distance move

Movers from Pearland to Morgantown

About 1,316 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,080–$7,560, delivery in 3–7 days, 645 carriers on the Pearland side and 67 in Morgantown.

  • 1,316 miroad distance
  • 23 h 23 mindriving time
  • 3–7 daysdelivery window
  • $5,080–$7,5602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,316 miles (1,115 straight-line)
Drive time
23 h 23 min
Delivery window
3–7 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
645 (259 interstate)
Movers at destination
67 (49 interstate)

Reverse: Morgantown → Pearland

The route from Pearland, TX to Morgantown, WV covers roughly 1,316 miles by road, a northeast-bound trip that falls into the 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 $5,080 to $7,560 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 23 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 67 around Morgantown (49 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 Morgantown.

Pearland has a population of about 129,930 and Morgantown about 30,000. The two cities have comparable density (2,584 and 2,981 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in West Virginia than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that West Virginia does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pearland to Morgantown

Full-service estimate for 1,316 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,030 $2,480 $3,020
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,050 $3,720 $4,540
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,080 $6,200 $7,560
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $8,130 $9,920 $12,100
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $11,180 $13,640 $16,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,800–$2,540

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

Portable container

$2,190–$3,230

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

Full-service mover

$5,080–$7,560

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 Morgantown (destination)

Mts Truck Repair

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2369971
MC
1168953
Based in
Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
24 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Dalton INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
676273
MC
315572
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Myers Excavation & Contracting

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2587599
MC
907096
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
7 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

Jack'S Auto INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
440131
MC
614291
Based in
Mount Morris, PA 15349 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
1991

Xclusive Movers LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4252111
MC
1648375
Based in
Fairmont, WV 26554 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

Abate Moving Service

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3679007
MC
1278788
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26508 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

R & J Jones Express INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1858156
MC
668146
Based in
Smithfield, PA 15478 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Al Do Right Shipping LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3768184
MC
1344172
Based in
Morgantown, WV 26505 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

All 67 movers in Morgantown

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,030 to $3,020 for a studio, $3,050 to $4,540 for a one-bedroom, $5,080 to $7,560 for a two-bedroom, $8,130 to $12,100 for a three-bedroom and $11,180 to $16,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Morgantown from Pearland?

About 1,316 road miles (1,115 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 23 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 West Virginia 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 Morgantown?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,800 to $2,540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,190 to $3,230. 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–Morgantown corridor.