Pasadena, TX

Temecula, CA → Pasadena, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Temecula to Pasadena

About 1,555 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,630–$9,870, delivery in 5–10 days, 102 carriers on the Temecula side and 487 in Pasadena.

  • 1,555 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,630–$9,8702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,555 miles (1,318 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
102 (50 interstate)
Movers at destination
487 (212 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Temecula

The route from Temecula, CA to Pasadena, TX covers roughly 1,555 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country 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 $6,630 to $9,870 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 27 hours (4 driving days).

On the Temecula side there are 102 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (50 of them authorized for interstate work), and 487 around Pasadena (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 Pasadena.

Temecula has a population of about 114,865 and Pasadena about 148,539. The two cities have comparable density (2,949 and 3,477 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Texas than in California, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Temecula to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 1,555 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,650 $3,240 $3,950
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,980 $4,850 $5,920
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,630 $8,090 $9,870
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $10,610 $12,940 $15,790
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $14,590 $17,800 $21,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,200–$3,100

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

Portable container

$2,410–$3,540

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

Full-service mover

$6,630–$9,870

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 Temecula (origin)

Lacedaemon Distributions LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3726885
MC
1314053
Based in
Temecula, CA 92592 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
24 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

West Pak Avocado INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1968191
MC
733054
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
13 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

R & R Relocation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4316695
MC
1683488
Based in
Temecula, CA 92590 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2024

USA & Ukh LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3704517
MC
1297579
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Two Men And A Truck Temecula Valley

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4055879
MC
1537960
Based in
Murrieta, CA 92563 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Bald Eagle Movers

Licensed interstate
USDOT
675983
MC
315464
Based in
Fallbrook, CA 92028 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Arriaza Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1864862
MC
674258
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Hcc Transportation

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2588395
MC
907553
Based in
Menifee, CA 92584 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

All 102 movers in Temecula

Near Pasadena (destination)

Debusk Services Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2297953
MC
931121
Based in
Deer Park, TX 77536 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
779 trucks, 659 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Gulf Winds International INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
690147
MC
320104
Based in
Seabrook, TX 77586 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
731 trucks, 719 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Gulf States Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1838380
MC
666354
Based in
Channelview, TX 77530 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
180 trucks, 153 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

W W Rowland Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
213641
MC
161344
Based in
Houston, TX 77013 (11 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
170 trucks, 170 drivers
USDOT registered
1982

Clark Freight Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
365370
MC
222288
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77503 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
138 trucks, 138 drivers
USDOT registered
1989

Excargo Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
242877
MC
173420
Based in
Houston, TX 77034 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
77 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered
1984

Jlm Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2410450
MC
829490
Based in
Houston, TX 77029 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Wrist USA Houston INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
963185
MC
1019916
Based in
Pasadena, TX 77503 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
63 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

All 487 movers in Pasadena

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Temecula to Pasadena?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,650 to $3,950 for a studio, $3,980 to $5,920 for a one-bedroom, $6,630 to $9,870 for a two-bedroom, $10,610 to $15,790 for a three-bedroom and $14,590 to $21,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Temecula?

About 1,555 road miles (1,318 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 California into Texas 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 Temecula to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,200 to $3,100 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,410 to $3,540. 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 Temecula–Pasadena corridor.