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Pittsburgh, PA → Paterson, NJ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pittsburgh to Paterson

About 361 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,100–$4,610, delivery in 1–3 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 2,164 in Paterson.

  • 361 miroad distance
  • 6 h 55 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,100–$4,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 361 miles (306 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 55 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
2,164 (1,282 interstate)

Reverse: Paterson → Pittsburgh

Moving from Pittsburgh to Paterson is a regional long-distance move of roughly 361 road miles, heading east from Pennsylvania to New Jersey.

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 $3,100 to $4,610 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 55 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 2,164 around Paterson (1,282 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 Paterson.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and Paterson about 161,793. Paterson is the denser city (19,016 people per square mile versus 5,469 in Pittsburgh), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. New Jersey is a higher-cost state than Pennsylvania, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Pittsburgh to Paterson

Full-service estimate for 361 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,320 $1,610 $1,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,860 $2,270 $2,760
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,100 $3,780 $4,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,960 $6,040 $7,370
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,810 $8,310 $10,140

Rental truck (DIY)

$520–$740

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

Portable container

$1,340–$1,970

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

Full-service mover

$3,100–$4,610

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Pittsburgh, PA → Paterson, NJ. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

Near Paterson (destination)

U T F Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1003565
MC
825910
Based in
Bronx, NY 10454 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
348 trucks, 530 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (718) 928-1000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Z Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1466567
MC
558123
Based in
Lincoln Park, NJ 07035 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
215 trucks, 195 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (855) 854-1400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Daybreak Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
288155
MC
186214
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
174 trucks, 176 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (973) 589-5931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Luna Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Venus Global Consulting

USDOT
4498428
MC
1779258
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
114 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (201) 452-3179 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vpv Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2121392
MC
739314
Based in
Kearny, NJ 07032 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
112 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered
2011
Call (973) 900-9250 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ironbound Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
674147
MC
434921
Based in
Newark, NJ 07105 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
88 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (973) 491-5151 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tv Series Production

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Dxo East Productions LLC

USDOT
4307255
Based in
Yonkers, NY 10701 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
87 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (207) 691-5114 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
912877
MC
472409
Based in
Port Newark, NJ 07114 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
84 trucks, 84 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (973) 465-5310 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2,164 movers in Paterson

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,860 to $2,760 for a one-bedroom, $3,100 to $4,610 for a two-bedroom, $4,960 to $7,370 for a three-bedroom and $6,810 to $10,140 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Paterson from Pittsburgh?

About 361 road miles (306 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 55 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 New Jersey 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 Paterson?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $520 to $740 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,340 to $1,970. 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–Paterson corridor.