Moving from Cincinnati, OH to Pittsburgh, PA
About 299 miles across a state line, from Ohio into Pennsylvania, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Cincinnati, OH to Pittsburgh, PA covers about 299 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,346 – $1,794 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 102 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 299 miles, about 5 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,346 – $1,794. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 5 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,009 – $1,346 | $727 – $969 | $484 – $646 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,211 – $1,615 | $872 – $1,163 | $581 – $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,346 – $1,794 | $969 – $1,292 | $646 – $861 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,547 – $2,063 | $1,114 – $1,485 | $743 – $990 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,749 – $2,332 | $1,259 – $1,679 | $840 – $1,119 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,018 – $2,691 | $1,453 – $1,938 | $969 – $1,292 |
Transport only, for an estimated 299 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Cincinnati to Pittsburgh
299 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,495. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,346 to $1,794, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 102 people a year (±55) moved from Hamilton County, OH, home to Cincinnati, to Allegheny County, PA, home to Pittsburgh. Going the other way: about 133 people a year (±76). Movers from Hamilton County make up 0.2% of the 50,394 people a year who moved into Allegheny County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 12,344 people a year (±3,400) moving from Ohio to Pennsylvania and about 11,009 people a year (±2,338) from Pennsylvania to Ohio — a net gain for Pennsylvania of about 1,335 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Butler County, OH | 6,453 ±1,115 |
| Clermont County, OH | 3,438 ±596 |
| Franklin County, OH | 2,222 ±466 |
| Kenton County, KY | 2,083 ±552 |
| Warren County, OH | 2,050 ±494 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Westmoreland County, PA | 4,789 ±829 |
| Washington County, PA | 2,111 ±506 |
| Beaver County, PA | 1,781 ±585 |
| Butler County, PA | 1,373 ±310 |
| New York County, NY | 997 ±543 |
Licensed movers at each end
34 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Cincinnati (71 counting those licensed only inside Ohio). 22 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 21.3% of their 89 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planes Moving & Storage IncUSDOT 247584 | West Chester · 18 mi | 72 trucks | 7 | 0.0% of 6 |
| Brendamour Moving & Storage IncUSDOT 628381 | Cincinnati · 14 mi | 33 trucks | 78 | 21.8% of 55 |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk and MovingUSDOT 3245271 | Loveland · 18 mi | 11 trucks | 0 | — |
| Ekomovers USAUSDOT 3328210 | Mason · 20 mi | 10 trucks | 1 | 0.0% of 1 |
| Nelson Markesbery Moving & Storage Company IncUSDOT 648010 | Florence · 11 mi | 8 trucks | 3 | 0.0% of 1 |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of Cincinnati II LLCUSDOT 4045944 | Fairfield · 16 mi | 7 trucks | 2 | 0.0% of 2 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Pittsburgh end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Pittsburgh: South Hills Movers Inc (Bethel Park, 42 trucks), Weleski Transfer Inc (Tarentum, 36 trucks), George Moving & Storage Inc (Freedom, 32 trucks), Parks Moving & Storage Inc (Warrendale, 31 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Ohio into Pennsylvania, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Cincinnati to Pittsburgh
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 299 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Pittsburgh
A local move inside Pittsburgh later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $495 – $817 for a two-bedroom home and $831 – $1,506 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Pittsburgh are Akron (about 106 mi), Cleveland (about 134 mi), Erie (about 136 mi).
Other routes from Cincinnati
All routes from Cincinnati, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati to Dayton, OH | ~58 mi | $465 – $761 |
| Cincinnati to Lexington, KY | ~85 mi | $465 – $761 |
| Cincinnati to Louisville, KY | ~104 mi | $468 – $624 |
| Cincinnati to Indianapolis, IN | ~116 mi | $522 – $696 |
| Cincinnati to Columbus, OH | ~117 mi | $527 – $702 |
| Cincinnati to Fort Wayne, IN | ~164 mi | $738 – $984 |
| Cincinnati to Toledo, OH | ~214 mi | $963 – $1,284 |
| Cincinnati to Akron, OH | ~244 mi | $1,098 – $1,464 |
Also moving to Pittsburgh: from Akron, OH, from Cleveland, OH, from Erie, PA, from Frederick, MD.
Cincinnati to Pittsburgh moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 299 miles cost about $1,009 – $1,346 for a studio, $1,346 – $1,794 for a two-bedroom home and $1,547 – $2,063 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh take?
The drive is about 5 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $646 – $861 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,346 – $1,794 with full-service movers; a moving container is $969 – $1,292.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Cincinnati to Pittsburgh?
Yes. Cincinnati is in Ohio and Pittsburgh is in Pennsylvania, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 34 listed movers within 30 miles of Cincinnati hold it.
How many people move from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 102 people a year (margin of error ±55) moved from Hamilton County, which contains Cincinnati, to Allegheny County, which contains Pittsburgh.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.