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Dallas to Pasadena Movers

Dallas to Pasadena Movers

Our Dallas to Pasadena movers run the interstate south past Corsicana. Then they swing around Houston's East Loop to reach homes off Spencer Highway and Fairmont Parkway. A video or in-home walkthrough sets a written price ceiling before any truck is booked. Send us your move date and see your figure today.

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252 mi Road Miles South
3.7 hrs Drive Time via I-45
$1,650+ Studio Starting Price
$500 Deposit per Truck
Evolution moving crew loading a truck in Dallas for a Pasadena Texas delivery

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Route Notes

Dallas to Pasadena Road Plan

Your load leaves Dallas on I-45 South, rolls past Corsicana, and drops into Houston on the North Freeway. Near downtown, the truck swaps to the I-610 East Loop, then follows SH 225 east into Pasadena. The East Loop stretch between I-10 and I-45 made the 2025 Texas list of the 100 most congested road segments. We set the departure so your truck crosses that stretch outside the weekday rush. Drivers fuel up and rest north of Houston, so the last leg runs straight to your curb.

Oak Lawn sits inside PD 193, a special purpose district the Dallas City Council created in 1985. For condos and apartments there, we ask your building where a truck may stand and reserve the elevator well ahead. Pasadena has no zoning, so private deed restrictions shape the rules on many streets. City staff will not interpret them, so read yours before unload day and tell us about any limits on trucks or parking.

Before we write your price, a planner reviews the walkthrough room by room, counts the heavy pieces, and checks stairs and elevator size at both addresses. That review sets crew size and truck length. Your planner also maps where the truck parks on each street. One coordinator keeps that plan and answers your texts, backed by the same people who run our moving crews across Dallas.

Before the Truck Rolls

  • Book an Oak Lawn freight elevator slot
  • Reserve curb space on Turtle Creek Boulevard
  • Find your Pasadena lot and block number
  • Measure doorways at the Pasadena house
  • Share your Bayport or plant start date
  • Label boxes by Pasadena room name
  • Photograph electronics wiring before Dallas unplugging
  • Return Dallas parking passes and fobs

We email a printable copy of this list once your move date is set.

Movers wrapping a sofa in plastic before the drive from Dallas to Pasadena

Free Quote

Map Your Dallas to Pasadena Move

Your quote lists crew, truck, packing materials, fuel and the drive, written as one capped number.

Get My Pasadena Quote Call (682) 651-5505

Route Pricing

What Does a Dallas to Pasadena Move Cost?

Three things drive your number: the weight you ship, the crew and trucks that weight needs, and access at each door, like elevators or long walks. Packing and storage add to it. After the walkthrough, we write a not-to-exceed total, so your final bill can land lower but never climbs past that figure.

Home size Est. weight Crew Typical range
Studio or 1 bedroom 1,500 to 3,500 lbs 2 movers, 1 truck $1,650 to $1,850
2 to 3 bedrooms 4,000 to 8,000 lbs 3 movers, 1 truck $1,850 to $2,050
4+ bedrooms 9,000 to 13,000 lbs 4 movers, 2 trucks $2,050 to $2,550

Each range covers the crew, truck, fuel, any tolls and the full drive south to your Pasadena door. Balances paid by card carry a 2.5% fee.

Plan Your Budget

Estimate Your Dallas to Pasadena Move

Enter your home size and move date to see how a Dallas to Pasadena load prices out before you book a walkthrough.

Typical ranges, not a quote. 2.5% fee on card balances.

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    Real Reviews

    Long Distance Reviews from Texas Customers

    Claire Smith 4 years ago
    I highly recommend this moving company. All of the movers were friendly, efficient and careful. They had good attitudes the whole time even though they were moving us into a 2 story home in July houston heat. Terry was great to schedule with and scheduled exactly what we needed to ensure a smooth process. And they were FAST!!!!! But careful. Hustling big time. Our load day was like 2.5 hours. I cannot remember all the movers name but our team was awesome. Stanley, Alex, Bryson and Chase I believe. 10/10 team. …
    5.0
    Elaina Aquino 2 years ago
    Armando and Chase were great! They did my move from Fort Worth to Houston. They were quick and were still careful in packing/moving my stuff. It took a lot off my plate and made my move super easy. I doubt I’ll ever move myself again. Chase and Armando worked super well together; they were very efficient! I really appreciate them. Any opportunities for them to work together, especially on longer trips like this, I’d 100% recommend.
    5.0
    Kristof Reiter 2 years ago
    Daniel and David did an excellent job for our move! They showed up on time and eager to get started. Their efficiency paired with their care for our belongings was a great relief, and their hard work was commendable. They loaded their truck in Plano, drove all the way to Houston, unloaded, and headed back. Their amazing attitude was refreshing and impressively maintained throughout the 14 hour job. Thank you David and Daniel for everything!
    5.0
    Kelly 9 months ago
    David & Andrew drove across the state for us! Both guys were very respectful of our belongings.
    5.0

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    City Compare

    Dallas and Pasadena Side by Side

    Figures come from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, so both cities are measured the same way.

    Measure Dallas, TX Pasadena, TX
    Population 1,307,930 149,433
    Median household income $70,518 $64,927
    Median home value $320,700 $209,600
    Average commute 25.7 min 26.6 min
    Median age 33.4 33.0
    State income tax None None

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, retrieved through Data USA.

    Pasadena is a much smaller city, and home prices there run well below Dallas, while incomes sit closer together. For a buyer, that gap can mean more yard or a newer kitchen for the same budget. Commutes look alike on paper. Still, a job at the port or a plant can put you on new roads, so test that trip at rush hour before you sign.

    Owners also get tax bills from more than one office. Per the City of Pasadena planning FAQ, Harris County collects property taxes for both the county and the city, while Pasadena ISD collects its own school taxes. Budget for both bills, and look up your parcel at the Harris Central Appraisal District before you close.

    Pasadena Changes to Plan For

    • Front yard fences past the setback line top out at four feet
    • RVs cannot be parked as living space outside a permitted park
    • Property lines come from a private survey; the city does not survey lots
    • Storm surge can push water far inland, so learn your evacuation zip zone

    Leaving Dallas: Turtle Creek Towers

    Leaving a condo tower on Turtle Creek Boulevard, near the 20-acre Turtle Creek Park? Since your price follows weight, sort closets and storage cages a month out. Sell or donate what will not fit the new floor plan in Pasadena. Fewer pounds can drop you into a smaller crew and a lower range, and the walkthrough shows you exactly where that line falls.

    Settling into Pasadena: Water First

    Pasadena runs its own water billing, and the office needs one working day of notice to connect service. It asks for photo ID, a deposit and the first and last pages of your lease or closing statement. Homes with a pool add a small extra deposit. Get that done before the truck arrives, so the crew can test sinks and the washer hookup after unloading.

    Port and Plant Jobs Near Bayport

    Starting a port or plant job? Port Houston's Bayport Container Terminal sits in the Pasadena Industrial Complex, and San Jacinto College trains petrochemical workers at its LyondellBasell center on the Central Campus. If your employer offers a relocation benefit, send us the policy early. We itemize crew, truck, packing and storage so your HR team can match each charge, and we set delivery before your first shift.

    Gulf Storm Season and Your Load

    NWS Houston/Galveston says hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with the peak threat for the Texas coast in August and September. If your date lands in that window, watch the tropics the week before. We pad and shrink-wrap furniture, seal mattresses in bags, and keep a fallback date in the plan. If a storm threatens Harris County, your coordinator calls to discuss holding the load in storage.

    Why Evolution

    Why Pick Evolution for Dallas to Pasadena

    Evolution is a licensed household goods carrier, not a broker, so the company that prices your move also owns the truck that drives it south. Our owners still run the business day to day. Blankets, pads, shrink wrap and furniture assembly come inside the price. You can keep released value coverage at no charge or upgrade to Worry Free protection. See how our Texas long haul team plans each run.

    • Six hubs across Texas
    • Background-checked, drug-screened movers
    • Two-week crew training program
    • Dedicated truck for fixed dates
    • Shared truck to trim cost
    • Storage between closing dates
    • Video walkthroughs from your couch
    • Homes and offices both moved
    W-2 Full-time movers
    96% Referral rate
    Own Trucks and crews
    Family Owned and Texas based
    Evolution Moving crew sitting at the back of a loaded box truck
    Evolution Moving Company Dallas (1,362)

    11884 Greenville Ave #100A, Dallas, TX 75243
    Mon to Sun, 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM

    Dallas Office

    Pasadena Moves Planned on Greenville Avenue

    From our office at 11884 Greenville Ave #100A, Dallas, TX 75243, planners study your walkthrough, pick the truck size and crew count, and set the loading start. Departure is timed so the truck meets the I-610 East Loop between rush periods, then exits onto SH 225 toward your street. If your home sits near Fairmont Parkway or Spencer Highway, we note the best approach before move day. Call (682) 651-5505 any day, Monday to Sunday, 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Once the truck leaves Dallas, your coordinator follows its progress and texts you as it clears Houston. That way you know when to meet the crew in Pasadena with keys.

    2013 Founded in Texas
    1% Damage claim rate
    USDOT 2467590
    TxDMV 006779351C

    What Sets Your Pasadena Price

    • Total pounds hauled south on I-45
    • Crew size your home needs
    • One truck or two for larger homes
    • Carry distance from a Dallas lobby to the truck
    • Walking distance from curb to your Pasadena door
    • Packing help you choose to add
    • Storage days if your closing slips
    • Shared or dedicated truck on this lane

    Your total moves only when the job itself changes, and only after you approve the new figure in writing.

    Our Services

    Long Distance Services for Dallas to Pasadena

    Pick only the help you need for the trip south, from full packing to a dedicated truck and storage.

    Evolution mover carrying a box through a living room past a family

    Long Distance Moving

    The crew that loads your Dallas home drives the truck south and unloads it in Pasadena. Your things stay on one truck with one team, with no warehouse handoff along the way.

    Dallas long haul moves
    Evolution Moving box truck parked beside a Texas road with flags flying

    Residential Moving

    Oak Lawn apartments, Turtle Creek condos and suburban ranch houses all get the same pad wrap. Floors get covered and rooms get labels before anything leaves.

    home moving in Dallas
    Family packing Evolution moving boxes together in a bright living room

    Packing Services

    Choose full packing or just the kitchen and fragile pieces. Blankets, pads, shrink wrap and day-use wardrobe boxes come with the move, so clothes ride on hangers.

    packing help from our crew
    Evolution mover shaking hands with a customer beside an open moving truck

    Storage Between Homes

    If your Pasadena closing slips, we pick up in Dallas, hold your goods, and deliver when the new keys are ready. You avoid paying for two moves.

    short and long term storage
    Evolution movers in blue shirts posing with boxes inside a loaded moving truck

    Office and Commercial

    Relocating a small office toward the port or the plants east of Houston? We crate files, wrap workstations and plan the move after hours so your team loses less time.

    business relocation crews
    Evolution mover carrying a branded cardboard box up into the truck

    Pianos and Heavy Pieces

    Uprights, grands, gun safes and gym machines get boards, straps and extra hands. Tell us the weight and the steps at both ends during the walkthrough.

    piano and safe moving

    Customer Clips

    Hear It From Our Customers

    Short clips from customers, including a repeat client and one who moved in snowy Dallas weather.

    How It Works

    Five Steps from Dallas to Pasadena

    1

    Walk Us Through

    Show us each room on a video call or invite a planner over. We note bulky pieces, fragile items and anything that needs special crating.

    2

    Get Your Capped Price

    You receive a written total with crew, truck and materials listed. That not-to-exceed figure holds unless you add items or services later.

    3

    Lock In Your Date

    Pick a dedicated truck for a set delivery day or a shared truck for a lower cost, then confirm the booking with your deposit.

    4

    Run South on I-45

    Your crew loads, wraps every piece and drives I-45 South past Corsicana, then crosses Houston on the I-610 East Loop at a lighter hour.

    5

    Unload in Pasadena

    The truck exits SH 225 toward your Pasadena street. The crew places each box by its room label, rebuilds beds and tables, and walks the house with you.

    Three Evolution Moving team members in navy company shirts standing together for a photo

    Watch Us Work

    See an Evolution Crew on the Job

    Branded trucks sit at the curb while the crew pads and shrink-wraps furniture inside, and a team member explains how we work.

    Watch the full video on YouTube

    FAQ

    Your Dallas to Pasadena Questions Answered

    How much do Dallas to Pasadena movers charge?
    Most moves on this route fall into three ranges. A studio or one-bedroom runs $1,650 to $1,850 with 2 movers and 1 truck. A two- or three-bedroom home runs $1,850 to $2,050 and takes 3 movers with 1 truck. Homes with four or more bedrooms run $2,050 to $2,550 with 4 movers and 2 trucks. Your walkthrough sets the exact capped figure.
    How long is the drive, and when will my things arrive?
    The trip covers 252 miles and takes about 3.7 hours of driving with no traffic. Transit on this lane runs 1 day. On a shared truck you get a delivery window, while a dedicated truck brings your things on the date we set together. Traffic on the Houston loops can add time, so we build that into the schedule.
    What deposit do you need, and can I finance the move?
    We hold your date with a $500 deposit per truck, and homes with four or more bedrooms usually need 2 trucks. If you would rather spread out the cost, Wisetack offers financing with 0% APR available, a soft credit pull and no fees. Ask us for the application link when you book your walkthrough.
    Can my employer pay for my move to Pasadena?
    Yes, if your company offers a relocation benefit. Send us its policy and the name of your HR contact. We put the crew, truck, packing and storage lines in writing, so your employer can match each charge to what the policy covers. If the company pays a lump sum instead, the same written quote helps you plan how far it stretches.
    Should I avoid moving to Pasadena during hurricane season?
    You do not have to skip it, but build in slack. The NWS Southeast Texas Hurricane Guide warns that storm surge flooding can reach well inland where land sits low. Check your new address on the zip zone evacuation map, keep a backup move date, and ask us about short-term storage if a storm forces a delay.
    Will my Dallas condo building ask for insurance paperwork?
    Condo and apartment buildings in Oak Lawn and along Turtle Creek may ask for one before a mover can use the elevator or dock. We issue a certificate of insurance at no cost, usually the same business day you request it. Send us the building manager's exact wording, and we match the named parties and coverage lines they want.
    How do I shut off my Dallas gas service?
    Close your Dallas gas account through the Atmos Energy online stop service form. You pick the move-out date and choose where the final bill goes. Set it for the day after loading, so you still have hot water on load day. Our printable moving checklist lists the other accounts to close or transfer.
    What should ride in my car instead of the truck?
    Keep documents, medicine, jewelry, laptops and the keys to both homes with you. Pack a small bag with chargers, towels and a change of clothes for your first night in Pasadena. Plants, open liquids and propane tanks should also travel with you, so plan room in your trunk before the truck pulls away.
    Who regulates a moving company on a Texas to Texas move?
    Since both cities sit in Texas, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles oversees this move, not federal interstate rules. Evolution holds TxDMV household goods authority, listed on the office card on this page. Want a budget before you call? Try our long distance cost calculator first.
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