($507+) Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME Movers

Full-service moving costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME

For the 670-mile move from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Portland, Maine, full-service movers cost between $1,553 and $8,268. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $300 - $2,000 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Pittsburgh generally start around $185 plus $75 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Pittsburgh to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,553 - $4,228
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,203 - $5,273
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,988 - $8,268

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Pittsburgh to Portland.

Specialty moving services from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME

Specialty needs vary by market — 73% of Pittsburgh movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Portland, 78% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Pittsburgh to Portland?

Movers licensed to operate in Maine are typically members of the Maine Motor Transport Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME

Moving containers from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Portland, Maine, cost between $1,029 and $3,343. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Pittsburgh costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Pittsburgh to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,029 - $1,978
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,416 - $2,526
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,803 - $3,343

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $75 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $150 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $700 in Pittsburgh, PA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Portland, ME, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Pittsburgh to Portland?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME

A rental truck for this 670-mile move from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Portland, Maine, costs between $517 and $1,376. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $213 - $244
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Pittsburgh daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Pittsburgh to Portland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $517 - $977
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $558 - $1,081
• 4+ bedrooms: $711 - $1,376

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $150 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, usually costs about $700 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 670-mile drive falls between $213 and $244, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $50 and $300 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Pittsburgh to Portland?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland, ME

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Portland, Maine. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $900 and $2,106.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Pittsburgh to Portland:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $945 - $1,780
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,089 - $2,106
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,414 - $2,619

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $75 and $150.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, for roughly five hours typically average $700.

What are the best freight companies from Pittsburgh to Portland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Pitt Ohio (4.5/5 stars): Pitt Ohio is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Pittsburgh, PA vs Portland, ME

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Portland, side by side with Pittsburgh on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.