Pearland, TX → Pittsburgh, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from Pearland to Pittsburgh

About 1,352 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,440–$8,100, delivery in 3–7 days, 645 carriers on the Pearland side and 450 in Pittsburgh.

1,352 miroad distance
24 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,440–$8,1002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pearland, Texas
To: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 1,352 miles (1,146 straight-line)
Drive time: 24 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 645 (259 interstate)
Movers at destination: 450 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Pittsburgh → Pearland

Moving from Pearland to Pittsburgh is a long-distance move of roughly 1,352 road miles, heading northeast from Texas to Pennsylvania.

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 $5,440 to $8,100 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 24 hours (3 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 450 around Pittsburgh (241 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 Pittsburgh.

Pearland has a population of about 129,930 and Pittsburgh about 307,632. Pittsburgh is the denser city (5,469 people per square mile versus 2,584 in Pearland), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pearland to Pittsburgh

Full-service estimate for 1,352 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,180	$2,650	$3,240
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,260	$3,980	$4,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,440	$6,640	$8,100
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,710	$10,620	$12,950
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,970	$14,600	$17,810

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,990–$2,810

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

Portable container

$2,230–$3,270

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

Full-service mover

$5,440–$8,100

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 Pittsburgh (destination)

Cole & Cole Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1669651
MC: 14698
Based in: Duquesne, PA 15110 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 72 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (412) 277-7395 Route Verify on FMCSA

Das Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3836653
MC: 1393719
Based in: Oakdale, PA 15071 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 63 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (412) 841-1051 Route Verify on FMCSA

Beitler Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 335946
MC: 151846
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15204 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (412) 771-4204 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & R Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 920564
MC: 297351
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15275 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (800) 223-8973 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jones Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 308155
MC: 200308
Based in: Moon Township, PA 15108 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (800) 825-6637 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt Worldwide Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gt Worldwide Transport INC

USDOT: 1907589
MC: 684465
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15275 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 47 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (800) 223-8973 Route Verify on FMCSA

South Hills Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 98045
MC: 72914
Based in: Bethel Park, PA 15102 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 42 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (412) 835-8600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Material Logistics Management INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2087370
MC: 728403
Based in: Pittsburgh, PA 15225 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 39 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (412) 331-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Pittsburgh if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,180 to $3,240 for a studio, $3,260 to $4,860 for a one-bedroom, $5,440 to $8,100 for a two-bedroom, $8,710 to $12,950 for a three-bedroom and $11,970 to $17,810 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pittsburgh from Pearland?

About 1,352 road miles (1,146 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 24 hours (3 driving days).

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,990 to $2,810 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,230 to $3,270. 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–Pittsburgh corridor.