($500+) Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 684-mile move from Atlanta, Georgia, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with costs ranging from $1,523 - $7,562. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $314 - $2,092. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Atlanta and Pittsburgh. Local movers in Atlanta typically start around $216 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,523 - $4,200
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,164 - $5,427
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,052 - $7,562

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 Atlanta to Pittsburgh.

Specialty moving services from Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA

Specialty needs vary by market: 58% of Atlanta movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Pittsburgh, 63% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA

Moving containers from Atlanta, Georgia, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, cost between $1,042 and $3,459. 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 Atlanta costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,042 - $1,906
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,233 - $2,615
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,824 - $3,459

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $78 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $157 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 $732 in Atlanta, GA, 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 Pittsburgh, PA, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA

Plan on $500 - $1,401 for a rental moving truck on the 684-mile route from Atlanta, Georgia, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $228 - $260
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Atlanta daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $500 - $964
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $561 - $1,112
• 4+ bedrooms: $667 - $1,401

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 $78 and $366.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $157.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $228 and $260 for the 684-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 $732 for 2 movers in Atlanta, Georgia, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Atlanta 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 Atlanta, GA to Pittsburgh, PA

For larger DIY moves from Atlanta, Georgia, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,039 and $2,112.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $883 - $1,683
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,039 - $2,112
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,459 - $2,531

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $78 - $157 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Atlanta, Georgia, for about five hours typically runs $732.

What are the best freight companies from Atlanta to Pittsburgh?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta 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.

Our take

The 684-mile move from Atlanta, GA, to Pittsburgh, PA, costs between $1,523 and $7,562 with full-service movers, $1,042 - $3,459 with a moving container, and $500 - $1,401 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,164 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include UPMC and The PNC Financial Services Group.