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Waco, TX → Pasadena, TX · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Waco to Pasadena

About 211 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,290–$3,410, delivery in 1–2 days, 121 carriers on the Waco side and 487 in Pasadena.

  • 211 miroad distance
  • 4 h 20 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $2,290–$3,4102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 211 miles (179 straight-line)
Drive time
4 h 20 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Texas)
Movers at origin
121 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
487 (212 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Waco

Pasadena sits about 211 miles southeast of Waco, 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 $2,290 to $3,410 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 20 min.

On the Waco side there are 121 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 of them authorized for interstate work), and 487 around Pasadena (212 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 Pasadena.

Waco has a population of about 147,788 and Pasadena about 148,539. Pasadena is the denser city (3,477 people per square mile versus 1,561 in Waco), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Waco to Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 211 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,210 $1,470 $1,790
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,380 $1,680 $2,050
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $2,290 $2,800 $3,410
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,670 $4,470 $5,460
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $5,040 $6,150 $7,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$370–$520

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

Portable container

$1,210–$1,780

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

Full-service mover

$2,290–$3,410

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 Waco (origin)

Central Tejas Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2481494
MC
925578
Based in
Waco, TX 76714 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (254) 300-2575 Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darss LLC

USDOT
3304893
MC
1445596
Based in
Waco, TX 76710 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (254) 855-7963 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chisos Trail INC

USDOT
3583960
MC
1211601
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 233-9191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tip Toe Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4463894
MC
1760784
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (281) 752-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple 7 Movers Of Texas LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4050232
MC
1534564
Based in
Woodway, TX 76712 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (512) 677-6467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Getwhitit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4444373
MC
1750503
Based in
Waco, TX 76708 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (713) 591-1487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deluxe Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1675025
MC
615592
Based in
Hewitt, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (254) 214-0107 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyz The Limit Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3783959
MC
1360338
Based in
Chilton, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 715-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Waco

Near Pasadena (destination)

Debusk Services Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: USA Debusk LLC

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
Call (281) 941-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (713) 747-4909 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (713) 946-2900 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (713) 675-1200 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (281) 487-3160 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (713) 921-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (281) 864-5557 Route Verify on FMCSA

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
Call (510) 385-3715 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 487 movers in Pasadena

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,210 to $1,790 for a studio, $1,380 to $2,050 for a one-bedroom, $2,290 to $3,410 for a two-bedroom, $3,670 to $5,460 for a three-bedroom and $5,040 to $7,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Waco?

About 211 road miles (179 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 4 h 20 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 Waco and Pasadena are in Texas, 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 Waco to Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $370 to $520 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,210 to $1,780. 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 Waco–Pasadena corridor.