Boise, ID → Clarksville, TN · Cross-country move

Movers from Boise to Clarksville

About 1,880 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,300–$9,380, delivery in 5–10 days, 168 carriers on the Boise side and 82 in Clarksville.

1,880 miroad distance
33 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,300–$9,3802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Boise, Idaho
To: Clarksville, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 1,880 miles (1,593 straight-line)
Drive time: 33 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 168 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 82 (55 interstate)

Reverse: Clarksville → Boise

The route from Boise, ID to Clarksville, TN covers roughly 1,880 miles by road, a east-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $6,300 to $9,380 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 33 hours (4 driving days).

On the Boise side there are 168 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (127 of them authorized for interstate work), and 82 around Clarksville (55 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Clarksville.

Boise has a population of about 238,429 and Clarksville about 188,829. Boise is considerably denser (2,806 people per square mile versus 1,677), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Boise to Clarksville

Full-service estimate for 1,880 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,520	$3,070	$3,750
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,780	$4,610	$5,630
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,300	$7,680	$9,380
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,080	$12,300	$15,000
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,860	$16,910	$20,630

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,680–$3,790

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,700–$3,970

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$6,300–$9,380

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Boise (origin)

Albertson'S LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 45225
MC: 146452
Based in: Boise, ID 83726 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 402 trucks, 488 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (208) 395-4660 Verify on FMCSA

J R Simplot Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 62813
MC: 167150
Based in: Boise, ID 83702 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 169 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (701) 213-9737 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scandinavian Designs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dania Incorporated

USDOT: 2671154
MC: 1115357
Based in: Boise, ID 83706 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (208) 314-4724 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1189943
MC: 475067
Based in: Meridian, ID 83642 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (208) 870-3691 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peasley Transfer & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 62670
MC: 3249
Based in: Boise, ID 83706 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (208) 375-0961 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muza-Pro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3087546
MC: 81853
Based in: Meridian, ID 83646 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 968-4042 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & R Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: L & R Group LLC

USDOT: 2912146
MC: 981293
Based in: Kuna, ID 83634 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (208) 813-7700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cx Northwest INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 581874
MC: 281914
Based in: Nampa, ID 83687 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (208) 466-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 168 movers in Boise

Near Clarksville (destination)

Thompson Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 36779
MC: 129283
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (931) 431-6659 Route Verify on FMCSA

Billionmiles Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4159106
MC: 1598048
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (931) 272-5788 Route Verify on FMCSA

River City Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1607346
MC: 594425
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (931) 645-4475 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fry Faith Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1571241
MC: 582043
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37043 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (270) 906-3278 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jh Farms

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jh Transport INC

USDOT: 2281409
MC: 837257
Based in: Adams, TN 37010 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (615) 545-7570 Route Verify on FMCSA

Johnson Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James N Johnson

USDOT: 1298781
MC: 556949
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37042 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (615) 566-0497 Route Verify on FMCSA

4th Quarter Moving Solutions

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4th Quarter Moving Solutions LLC

USDOT: 3830482
MC: 1389348
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (931) 218-1788 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mcr Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3935607
MC: 1460032
Based in: Clarksville, TN 37040 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (615) 354-7680 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 82 movers in Clarksville

Tips for this move

Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Boise to Clarksville?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,520 to $3,750 for a studio, $3,780 to $5,630 for a one-bedroom, $6,300 to $9,380 for a two-bedroom, $10,080 to $15,000 for a three-bedroom and $13,860 to $20,630 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Clarksville from Boise?

About 1,880 road miles (1,593 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 33 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Idaho into Tennessee makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Boise to Clarksville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,680 to $3,790 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,700 to $3,970. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Boise–Clarksville corridor.