Pittsburgh, PA → Missoula, MT · Cross-country move

Movers from Pittsburgh to Missoula

About 2,058 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,740–$10,030, delivery in 5–10 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 35 in Missoula.

2,058 miroad distance
36 hours (5 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,740–$10,0302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
To: Missoula, Montana
Road distance: ≈ 2,058 miles (1,744 straight-line)
Drive time: 36 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination: 35 (24 interstate)

Reverse: Missoula → Pittsburgh

Missoula sits about 2,058 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, which makes this an interstate relocation from Pennsylvania to Montana that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $6,740 to $10,030 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 36 hours (5 driving days).

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 35 around Missoula (24 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 Missoula.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and Missoula about 76,000. Pittsburgh is considerably denser (5,469 people per square mile versus 2,111), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Pittsburgh to Missoula

Full-service estimate for 2,058 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,700	$3,290	$4,010
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,050	$4,930	$6,020
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,740	$8,220	$10,030
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,790	$13,160	$16,050
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,840	$18,090	$22,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,860–$4,040

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

Portable container

$2,860–$4,200

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

Full-service mover

$6,740–$10,030

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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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 Missoula (destination)

Dsv Road Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 30161
MC: 124692
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 421 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (406) 728-2600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Transfer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Montana Transfer & Storage INC

USDOT: 514197
MC: 121089
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (406) 728-8080 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Lanes Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 917105
MC: 403277
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (406) 251-7198 Route Verify on FMCSA

Biketernity LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3798296
MC: 1366116
Based in: Missoula, MT 59803 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (508) 864-1308 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck Of Montana

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darom LLC

USDOT: 2966913
MC: 7978
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (406) 251-9818 Route Verify on FMCSA

Montana Roadside Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3331492
MC: 1061736
Based in: Missoula, MT 59802 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (406) 239-7596 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Igor F Babak

USDOT: 1432706
MC: 541357
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (406) 531-8979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rosetti Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1749270
MC: 640376
Based in: Missoula, MT 59808 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (406) 570-2642 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 35 movers in Missoula

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Missoula accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,700 to $4,010 for a studio, $4,050 to $6,020 for a one-bedroom, $6,740 to $10,030 for a two-bedroom, $10,790 to $16,050 for a three-bedroom and $14,840 to $22,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Missoula from Pittsburgh?

About 2,058 road miles (1,744 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 36 hours (5 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 Pennsylvania into Montana 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 Missoula?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,860 to $4,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,860 to $4,200. 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–Missoula corridor.