Moving from Downtown LA to Pasadena is a local move — typically 3–6 hours depending on home size and parking. Best Movers LA runs this route regularly and knows what to plan for on both ends.
Dtla high-rises, arts district lofts and historic core apartments. Freight elevator reservations needed 48–72h ahead for most DTLA towers.
Pasadena craftsman homes, old town condos and caltech-area apartments. Wide Craftsman porches and period doorways handled with door-frame padding.
| Home Size | Est. Hours | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.5–3.5 hrs | $248–$347 |
| 1-Bedroom | 3–5 hrs | $297–$495 |
| 2-Bedroom | 5–7 hrs | $495–$693 |
| 3-Bedroom | 7–9 hrs | $693–$891 |
Rate: $88/hr · 2 movers + truck · 2-hour minimum. Drive time between Downtown LA and Pasadena (the 10, 101, and 110 freeways all converge downtown) is included in the clock.
Most Downtown LA to Pasadena moves cost $300–$650 total (3–6 hours at $88/hr for 2 movers + truck). The exact time depends on home size, stairs, and parking at both ends.
Typically 3–5 hours for a 1-bedroom, 5–7 hours for a 2-bedroom. Freight elevator reservations needed 48–72h ahead for most DTLA towers.
Yes — we plan parking at both ends before move day. Wide Craftsman porches and period doorways handled with door-frame padding. We pull temporary no-parking permits when needed.
Leaving DTLA almost always means a high-rise — loading docks, freight-elevator windows and building COIs we line up in advance. Arriving in Pasadena means historic homes and strict Old Town parking, with permits pulled when needed. We schedule the freeway leg outside rush windows, since the drive between them is billed double under CPUC rules.
Call for a free quote — most moves booked within 48 hours.
Call (213) 679-6844