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Pittsburgh, PA → Rockville, MD · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pittsburgh to Rockville

About 208 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,450–$3,640, delivery in 1–2 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 526 in Rockville.

  • 208 miroad distance
  • 4 h 17 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,450–$3,6402-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 208 miles (177 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 17 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
526 (327 interstate)

Reverse: Rockville → Pittsburgh

Moving from Pittsburgh to Rockville is a regional long-distance move of roughly 208 road miles, heading southeast from Pennsylvania to Maryland.

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 $2,450 to $3,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 2 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 4 h 17 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 526 around Rockville (327 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 Rockville.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and Rockville about 68,000. The two cities have comparable density (5,469 and 4,947 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Maryland 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 Rockville

Full-service estimate for 208 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,290 $1,580 $1,920
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,470 $1,790 $2,180
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,450 $2,980 $3,640
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,910 $4,770 $5,820
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,380 $6,560 $8,000

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,450–$3,640

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Pittsburgh, PA → Rockville, MD. 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 Rockville (destination)

Moyer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Moyer & Sons INC

USDOT
222787
MC
147853
Based in
Clarksburg, MD 20871 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
67 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered
1982
Call (301) 869-3896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
418499
MC
63919
Based in
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3588170
MC
1214409
Based in
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mint Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3733020
MC
1318498
Based in
Montgomery Village, MD 20886 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (227) 224-8800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2442344
MC
44829
Based in
Vienna, VA 22182 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT
1442953
MC
545874
Based in
Rockville, MD 20850 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2005
Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT
1300300
MC
504611
Based in
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morton'S Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1064316
MC
962150
Based in
Clarksburg, MD 20871 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
26 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (301) 330-1170 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 526 movers in Rockville

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,290 to $1,920 for a studio, $1,470 to $2,180 for a one-bedroom, $2,450 to $3,640 for a two-bedroom, $3,910 to $5,820 for a three-bedroom and $5,380 to $8,000 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rockville from Pittsburgh?

About 208 road miles (177 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 17 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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 Maryland 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 Rockville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,770. 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–Rockville corridor.