St. Charles, MO

Pittsburgh, PA → St. Charles, MO · Long-distance move

Movers from Pittsburgh to St. Charles

About 675 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,700–$5,510, delivery in 2–5 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 327 in St. Charles.

  • 675 miroad distance
  • 12 h 20 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,700–$5,5102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 675 miles (572 straight-line)
Drive time
12 h 20 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
327 (212 interstate)

Reverse: St. Charles → Pittsburgh

Moving from Pittsburgh to St. Charles is a long-distance move of roughly 675 road miles, heading west from Pennsylvania to Missouri.

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 $3,700 to $5,510 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 20 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 327 around St. Charles (212 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 St. Charles.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and St. Charles about 72,000. Pittsburgh is considerably denser (5,469 people per square mile versus 2,797), 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 St. Charles

Full-service estimate for 675 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,480 $1,810 $2,200
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,220 $2,710 $3,300
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,700 $4,510 $5,510
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,920 $7,220 $8,810
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,140 $9,930 $12,120

Rental truck (DIY)

$990–$1,400

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

Portable container

$1,620–$2,390

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

Full-service mover

$3,700–$5,510

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

Moving cost calculator

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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

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

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

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

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

Gt Worldwide Transport

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

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

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

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

Near St. Charles (destination)

Hogan Transports

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1137660
MC
458854
Based in
Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1,581 trucks, 1,758 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Stl Truckers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2523551
MC
876335
Based in
St Charles, MO 63301 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
544 trucks, 256 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Tts Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1808215
MC
657151
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
426 trucks, 426 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Itf Group LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2096411
MC
731267
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
439 trucks, 152 drivers
USDOT registered
2010

Elite Express Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3269801
MC
1032064
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
129 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Artur Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
767997
MC
343003
Based in
Hazelwood, MO 63042 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
105 trucks, 112 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Schnuck Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
298545
MC
230436
Based in
Kinloch, MO 63140 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 146 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

Davidson Surface Air INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
375704
MC
261606
Based in
Bridgeton, MO 63044 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
46 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

All 327 movers in St. Charles

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Pittsburgh to St. Charles?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,480 to $2,200 for a studio, $2,220 to $3,300 for a one-bedroom, $3,700 to $5,510 for a two-bedroom, $5,920 to $8,810 for a three-bedroom and $8,140 to $12,120 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is St. Charles from Pittsburgh?

About 675 road miles (572 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 20 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Missouri 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 St. Charles?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $990 to $1,400 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,620 to $2,390. 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–St. Charles corridor.