Spokane, WA → Pittsburgh, PA · Cross-country move

Movers from Spokane to Pittsburgh

About 2,249 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,570–$11,270, delivery in 7–14 days, 130 carriers on the Spokane side and 450 in Pittsburgh.

2,249 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,570–$11,2702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Spokane, Washington
To: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Road distance: ≈ 2,249 miles (1,906 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 130 (86 interstate)
Movers at destination: 450 (241 interstate)

Reverse: Pittsburgh → Spokane

Moving from Spokane to Pittsburgh is a cross-country move of roughly 2,249 road miles, heading east from Washington to Pennsylvania.

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 $7,570 to $11,270 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 39 hours (5 driving days).

On the Spokane side there are 130 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (86 of them authorized for interstate work), and 450 around Pittsburgh (241 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 Pittsburgh.

Spokane has a population of about 230,783 and Pittsburgh about 307,632. Pittsburgh is the denser city (5,469 people per square mile versus 3,328 in Spokane), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Labor and living costs run lower in Pennsylvania than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Pennsylvania does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Spokane to Pittsburgh

Full-service estimate for 2,249 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,030	$3,690	$4,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,540	$5,540	$6,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,570	$9,240	$11,270
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,120	$14,780	$18,030
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,660	$20,320	$24,790

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,060–$4,320

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

Portable container

$3,030–$4,450

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

Full-service mover

$7,570–$11,270

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

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Spokane (origin)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Urm Stores INC

USDOT: 13196
MC: 237366
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (509) 704-7117 Route Verify on FMCSA

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2415434
MC: 849181
Based in: Spokane, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 203-4700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Northwest Restoration Operating INC

USDOT: 4013800
MC: 1512023
Based in: Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (509) 293-5500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ngk Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2509534
MC: 559090
Based in: Spokane, WA 99224 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 62 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (888) 501-3088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1970117
MC: 817483
Based in: Spokane, WA 99217 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 489-8697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2380414
MC: 817510
Based in: Spokane, WA 99208 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (509) 321-4311 Route Verify on FMCSA

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1976998
MC: 699121
Based in: Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (509) 535-7483 Route Verify on FMCSA

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2179825
MC: 756919
Based in: Spokane, WA 99202 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (800) 686-3359 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 130 movers in Spokane

Near Pittsburgh (destination)

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

Tips for this move

Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Pittsburgh accordingly.
Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,030 to $4,510 for a studio, $4,540 to $6,760 for a one-bedroom, $7,570 to $11,270 for a two-bedroom, $12,120 to $18,030 for a three-bedroom and $16,660 to $24,790 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pittsburgh from Spokane?

About 2,249 road miles (1,906 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Washington 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 Spokane to Pittsburgh?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,060 to $4,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,030 to $4,450. 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 Spokane–Pittsburgh corridor.