($1,472+) Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,524-mile move from Tacoma, Washington, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with costs ranging from $3,024 - $13,755. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $332 - $2,212. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tacoma and Pittsburgh. Local movers in Tacoma typically start around $316 as a base rate plus $133/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,024 - $6,573
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,351 - $9,431
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,848 - $13,755

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 Tacoma to Pittsburgh.

Specialty moving services from Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA

Specialty needs vary by market — 97% of Tacoma movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Pittsburgh, 73% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Pennsylvania are typically members of the Pennsylvania Moving & Storage Associates, 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 Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA

Moving containers from Tacoma, Washington, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, cost between $1,878 and $6,948. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Tacoma typically runs around $110/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,878 - $3,455
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,581 - $5,367
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,350 - $6,948

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tacoma, WA and Pittsburgh, PA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $774 in Tacoma, WA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $83 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $166 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Tacoma to Pittsburgh?

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 Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA

Truck rentals from Tacoma, Washington, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, range from $1,502 - $4,120 for the 2,524-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $888 - $1,015
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Tacoma daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,502 - $2,906
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,642 - $3,494
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,953 - $4,120

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $83 and $387.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $166.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $888 and $1,015 for the 2,524-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $774 for 2 movers in Tacoma, Washington, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Tacoma, WA to Pittsburgh, PA

For larger DIY moves from Tacoma, Washington, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,986 and $3,925.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,690 - $3,306
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,986 - $3,925
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,788 - $5,780

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Tacoma, Washington, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $774.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $83 and $166 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tacoma to Pittsburgh?

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. Allstate Transport (4.76/5 stars): Allstate Transport 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: Tacoma, WA vs Pittsburgh, PA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Pittsburgh, side by side with Tacoma 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.