Moving from Providence, RI to Pittsburgh, PA
About 533 miles across a state line, from Rhode Island 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 Providence, RI to Pittsburgh, PA covers about 533 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $2,399 – $3,198 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 160 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 533 miles between Rhode Island and Pennsylvania, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $2,399 – $3,198 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 10 hours
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Providence to Pittsburgh
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,799 – $2,399 | $1,295 – $1,727 | $863 – $1,151 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,159 – $2,878 | $1,554 – $2,072 | $1,036 – $1,382 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,399 – $3,198 | $1,727 – $2,303 | $1,151 – $1,535 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,758 – $3,678 | $1,986 – $2,648 | $1,324 – $1,765 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,118 – $4,157 | $2,245 – $2,993 | $1,497 – $1,996 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $3,598 – $4,797 | $2,590 – $3,454 | $1,727 – $2,303 |
Transport only, for an estimated 533 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, Providence to Pittsburgh
533 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $2,665. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $2,399 to $3,198, 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 Providence to Pittsburgh
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 160 people a year (±131) moved from Providence County, RI, home to Providence, to Allegheny County, PA, home to Pittsburgh. Going the other way: about 68 people a year (±73). Movers from Providence County make up 0.3% 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 850 people a year (±557) moving from Rhode Island to Pennsylvania and about 518 people a year (±349) from Pennsylvania to Rhode Island — a net gain for Pennsylvania of about 332 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Kent County, RI | 4,379 ±697 |
| Washington County, RI | 1,723 ±422 |
| Bristol County, MA | 1,705 ±550 |
| Middlesex County, MA | 1,009 ±372 |
| Newport County, RI | 956 ±388 |
| 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
55 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Providence (79 counting those licensed only inside Rhode Island). 36 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 8.8% of their 57 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southcoast Moving Storage and Property Management LLCUSDOT 1651524 | New Bedford · 28 mi | 44 trucks | 23 | 0.0% of 4 |
| Gallo Moving & Storage LLCUSDOT 1420771 | Milford · 24 mi | 17 trucks | 9 | 0.0% of 3 |
| All My Sons Moving & Storage of Rhode Island LLCUSDOT 2178203 | North Attleboro · 11 mi | 12 trucks | 12 | 0.0% of 6 |
| Sterling Moving & Storage IncUSDOT 631155 | Cranston · 7 mi | 11 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Marathon Moving Company IncUSDOT 943487 | Canton · 28 mi | 11 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 2 |
| Conlon Moving & Storage LLCUSDOT 3495121 | Seekonk · 5 mi | 9 trucks | 4 | 0.0% of 3 |
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 Rhode Island 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 Providence to Pittsburgh
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 533 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
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 Providence
All routes from Providence, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Providence to Warwick, RI | ~10 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to Worcester, MA | ~42 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to Boston, MA | ~48 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to Hartford, CT | ~76 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to Manchester, NH | ~94 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to New Haven, CT | ~100 mi | $485 – $803 |
| Providence to Bridgeport, CT | ~119 mi | $536 – $714 |
| Providence to New York City, NY | ~181 mi | $815 – $1,086 |
Also moving to Pittsburgh: from Akron, OH, from Cleveland, OH, from Erie, PA, from Frederick, MD.
Providence to Pittsburgh moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Providence to Pittsburgh?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 533 miles cost about $1,799 – $2,399 for a studio, $2,399 – $3,198 for a two-bedroom home and $2,758 – $3,678 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Providence to Pittsburgh take?
The drive is about 10 hours, but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Providence to Pittsburgh?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,151 – $1,535 for a two-bedroom home, against $2,399 – $3,198 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,727 – $2,303.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Providence to Pittsburgh?
Yes. Providence is in Rhode Island and Pittsburgh is in Pennsylvania, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 55 listed movers within 30 miles of Providence hold it.
How many people move from Providence to Pittsburgh each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 160 people a year (margin of error ±131) moved from Providence County, which contains Providence, 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.