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Pittsburgh, PA → York, PA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Pittsburgh to York

About 206 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,320–$3,450, delivery in 1–2 days, 450 carriers on the Pittsburgh side and 163 in York.

  • 206 miroad distance
  • 4 h 15 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,320–$3,4502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 206 miles (174 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 15 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Pennsylvania)
Movers at origin
450 (241 interstate)
Movers at destination
163 (106 interstate)

Reverse: York → Pittsburgh

York sits about 206 miles east of Pittsburgh, so this is an in-state move that most movers classify as a regional long-distance 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 $2,320 to $3,450 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 15 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 163 around York (106 interstate). For an in-state 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 York.

Pittsburgh has a population of about 307,632 and York about 45,000. York is the denser city (8,466 people per square mile versus 5,469 in Pittsburgh), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Pittsburgh to York

Full-service estimate for 206 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,230 $1,500 $1,830
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,390 $1,700 $2,070
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,320 $2,830 $3,450
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,710 $4,530 $5,530
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,110 $6,230 $7,600

Rental truck (DIY)

$360–$510

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

Portable container

$1,200–$1,770

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

Full-service mover

$2,320–$3,450

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

All 450 movers in Pittsburgh

Near York (destination)

A & S Services Group LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1880751
MC
164166
Based in
York, PA 17404 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
405 trucks, 406 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (717) 792-3632 Route Verify on FMCSA

Honey Locust Farms LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
605126
MC
292032
Based in
East Berlin, PA 17316 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
1995
Route Verify on FMCSA

Granite Transportation Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
898834
MC
390693
Based in
York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (717) 848-5015 Route Verify on FMCSA

Parker And Molina Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3262344
MC
1028602
Based in
York Haven, PA 17345 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (717) 487-9023 Route Verify on FMCSA

York Transportation Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
926495
MC
399523
Based in
York, PA 17406 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (717) 318-9883 Route Verify on FMCSA

Diaz Expressway

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Diaz Expressway LLC

USDOT
2432631
MC
838722
Based in
Dover, PA 17315 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2013
Call (717) 650-1391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Red Lion Furniture Mfg LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3607050
MC
1585577
Based in
Red Lion, PA 17356 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (215) 825-5754 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eckert Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
10712
MC
70267
Based in
York, PA 17403 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (717) 843-0995 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 163 movers in York

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,830 for a studio, $1,390 to $2,070 for a one-bedroom, $2,320 to $3,450 for a two-bedroom, $3,710 to $5,530 for a three-bedroom and $5,110 to $7,600 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is York from Pittsburgh?

About 206 road miles (174 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 15 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Pittsburgh and York are in Pennsylvania, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Pittsburgh to York?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $360 to $510 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,200 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–York corridor.