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South Bend, IN → State College, PA · Long-distance move

Movers from South Bend to State College

About 521 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,330–$4,960, delivery in 2–5 days, 173 carriers on the South Bend side and 104 in State College.

  • 521 miroad distance
  • 9 h 41 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,330–$4,9602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 521 miles (441 straight-line)
Drive time
9 h 41 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
173 (134 interstate)
Movers at destination
104 (47 interstate)

Reverse: State College → South Bend

The route from South Bend, IN to State College, PA covers roughly 521 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,330 to $4,960 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 9 h 41 min.

On the South Bend side there are 173 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (134 of them authorized for interstate work), and 104 around State College (47 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 State College.

South Bend has a population of about 103,201 and State College about 40,000. State College is the denser city (8,847 people per square mile versus 2,463 in South Bend), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from South Bend to State College

Full-service estimate for 521 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,330 $1,630 $1,980
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,000 $2,440 $2,970
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,330 $4,060 $4,960
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $5,330 $6,500 $7,930
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $7,330 $8,940 $10,900

Rental truck (DIY)

$840–$1,180

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

Portable container

$1,480–$2,180

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

Full-service mover

$3,330–$4,960

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

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Distance is pre-filled for South Bend, IN → State College, PA. 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 South Bend (origin)

K & B Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
75914
MC
1184
Based in
Elkhart, IN 46517 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
55 trucks, 55 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (574) 389-1986 Route Verify on FMCSA

C W Leasing And Transport INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
573816
MC
279857
Based in
South Bend, IN 46614 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 31 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (574) 231-0881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bettchers US Towing

Licensed interstate

Legal name: US Truck & Trailer Service INC

USDOT
2102979
MC
733462
Based in
Lakeville, IN 46536 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2010
Call (574) 784-8264 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kovac Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1299125
MC
504038
Based in
Mishawaka, IN 46544 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (574) 234-4805 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1473865
MC
556503
Based in
New Carlisle, IN 46552 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 654-8058 Route Verify on FMCSA

Golden Waffles

Licensed interstate

Legal name: New Carbon Company LLC

USDOT
1486479
MC
1700967
Based in
South Bend, IN 46628 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (574) 850-3609 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cobalt Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3600277
MC
1222643
Based in
South Bend, IN 46637 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (574) 404-1710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fire Bins

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cbhim LLC

USDOT
4437382
MC
1746836
Based in
Granger, IN 46530 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
10 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (574) 532-4849 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 173 movers in South Bend

Near State College (destination)

Davidson Brothers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Trotting Fox LLC

USDOT
10559
MC
117384
Based in
Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (814) 355-5513 Route Verify on FMCSA

Logixpress INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4267420
MC
1656758
Based in
State College, PA 16803 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (814) 826-8666 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kerstetter Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: David R Kerstetter

USDOT
276445
MC
180364
Based in
Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1986
Call (717) 667-6723 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peacheys Transportation Services LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4515827
MC
1788504
Based in
Reedsville, PA 17084 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (717) 667-6202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Appalachian Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2491872
MC
863048
Based in
State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (814) 650-7293 Route Verify on FMCSA

Phil McNeal Transport Co

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Philip D McNeal Jr

USDOT
560337
MC
273154
Based in
Julian, PA 16844 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (814) 353-0328 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kurtious Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2973008
MC
904809
Based in
Bellefonte, PA 16823 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2017
Call (814) 574-8448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Werema Ventures LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4227992
MC
1635283
Based in
State College, PA 16801 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024
Call (814) 325-1483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 104 movers in State College

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from South Bend to State College?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,330 to $1,980 for a studio, $2,000 to $2,970 for a one-bedroom, $3,330 to $4,960 for a two-bedroom, $5,330 to $7,930 for a three-bedroom and $7,330 to $10,900 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is State College from South Bend?

About 521 road miles (441 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 41 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 Indiana into Pennsylvania 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 South Bend to State College?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $840 to $1,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,480 to $2,180. 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 South Bend–State College corridor.