Pittsburgh, PA → Lexington, KY · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pittsburgh to Lexington

About 344 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,710–$4,030, delivery in 1–3 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 189 in Lexington.

344 miroad distance
6 h 38 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,710–$4,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
To: Lexington, Kentucky
Road distance: ≈ 344 miles (292 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 38 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination: 189 (71 interstate)

Reverse: Lexington → Pittsburgh

The route from Pittsburgh, PA to Lexington, KY covers roughly 344 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the regional 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 $2,710 to $4,030 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 38 min.

On the Pittsburgh side there are 450 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (241 of them authorized for interstate work), and 189 around Lexington (71 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 Lexington.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and Lexington about 329,751. Pittsburgh is considerably denser (5,469 people per square mile versus 1,137), 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 Kentucky than in Pennsylvania, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Pittsburgh to Lexington

Full-service estimate for 344 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,180	$1,440	$1,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,620	$1,980	$2,420
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,710	$3,300	$4,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,330	$5,280	$6,440
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$5,960	$7,260	$8,860

Rental truck (DIY)

$500–$710

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

Portable container

$1,330–$1,950

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

Full-service mover

$2,710–$4,030

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 Pittsburgh (origin)

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

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Near Lexington (destination)

Phoenix Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 554279
MC: 273095
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 68 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (502) 863-0108 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vascor LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 949444
MC: 213549
Based in: Georgetown, KY 40324 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 27 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (502) 570-2020 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wildcat Van Lines

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Kentucky Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3406146
MC: 1097235
Based in: Lexington, KY 40505 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 336-1599 Route Verify on FMCSA

Elkchester Trucking Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1106494
MC: 403461
Based in: Lexington, KY 40508 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (859) 254-2385 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fedtrans INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1200180
MC: 507251
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (916) 904-2378 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Lexington Kentucky

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Black Dragon 1 LLC

USDOT: 4051348
MC: 1535271
Based in: Lexington, KY 40504 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 554-4616 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vincent Fister INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 63040
MC: 126987
Based in: Lexington, KY 40509 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (859) 266-2153 Route Verify on FMCSA

Firefighters Move U

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Firefighters Move U Ky

USDOT: 3413143
MC: 1649036
Based in: Nicholasville, KY 40356 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (859) 492-8067 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 189 movers in Lexington

Tips for this move

Plan a first-night kit for Lexington: bedding, toiletries, a few kitchen basics.
Get three written estimates; at this distance quotes can vary by a third for the same inventory.
Ask whether the carrier will use one truck end to end or transfer your goods at a terminal.
Weigh the cost of full-value protection against the released-value default of 60 cents per pound.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,620 to $2,420 for a one-bedroom, $2,710 to $4,030 for a two-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a three-bedroom and $5,960 to $8,860 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lexington from Pittsburgh?

About 344 road miles (292 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 38 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Pennsylvania into Kentucky 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 Pittsburgh to Lexington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $500 to $710 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,330 to $1,950. 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 Pittsburgh–Lexington corridor.