($1,110+) Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA

For the 1,844-mile move from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, full-service movers cost between $2,606 and $10,539. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $328 - $2,188 (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 Salt Lake City generally start around $340 plus $137 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,606 - $5,754
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,537 - $7,953
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,325 - $10,539

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 Salt Lake City to Pittsburgh.

Specialty moving services from Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA

Moving containers from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, cost between $1,608 and $5,783. 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 Salt Lake City typically runs around $70/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Salt Lake City to Pittsburgh:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,608 - $3,101
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,058 - $4,090
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,673 - $5,783

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Salt Lake City, UT 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 $766 in Salt Lake City, UT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $82 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $164 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA

A rental truck for this 1,844-mile move from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, costs between $1,076 and $3,018. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $642 - $734
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Salt Lake City daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.09 - $1.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Salt Lake City to Pittsburgh based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,076 - $2,095
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,227 - $2,621
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,515 - $3,018

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $642 - $734 for the 1,844-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Salt Lake City, Utah, for about 5 hours typically costs around $766.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,844-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $164 per night, adding $328 - $492 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $55 and $328.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Pittsburgh, PA

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 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 $985 and $3,508.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,447 - $2,682
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,696 - $3,508
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,295 - $4,399

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 $82 - $164 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Salt Lake City, Utah, for about five hours typically runs $766.

What are the best freight companies from Salt Lake City to Pittsburgh?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Savage Services Corporation (4.76/5 stars): Savage Services Corporation is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City 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.