Boise, ID → Kahului, HI · Cross-country move

Movers from Boise to Kahului

About 3,289 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $9,990–$14,860, delivery in 7–14 days, 168 carriers on the Boise side and 45 in Kahului.

3,289 miroad distance
57 hours (7 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$9,990–$14,8602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Boise, Idaho
To: Kahului, Hawaii
Road distance: ≈ 3,289 miles (2,787 straight-line)
Drive time: 57 hours (7 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 168 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 45 (9 interstate)

Reverse: Kahului → Boise

Kahului sits about 3,289 miles west of Boise, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Hawaii that most movers classify as a cross-country move.

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 $9,990 to $14,860 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 57 hours (7 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 45 around Kahului (9 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 Kahului.

Boise has a population of about 238,429 and Kahului about 29,000. Boise is considerably denser (2,806 people per square mile versus 1,962), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Hawaii is a higher-cost state than Idaho, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Boise to Kahului

Full-service estimate for 3,289 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$4,000	$4,870	$5,950
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$5,990	$7,310	$8,920
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$9,990	$12,180	$14,860
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$15,980	$19,490	$23,780
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$21,980	$26,800	$32,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$4,580–$6,470

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

Portable container

$3,960–$5,820

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

Full-service mover

$9,990–$14,860

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 Kahului (destination)

Dhx Maui INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 572219
MC: 77558
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 26 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (808) 877-2822 Route Verify on FMCSA

T Sniffen And Sons LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 1066769
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (808) 871-7781 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bb Trucking & Storage INC

Interstate carrier

Legal name: B B Delivery Service INC

USDOT: 950644
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 15 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (808) 877-3966 Route Verify on FMCSA

Island Freight Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 758043
MC: 708895
Based in: Wailuku, HI 96793 (5 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 12 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (808) 242-6593 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3252648
MC: 1023953
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (808) 205-7412 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quicktow LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2584816
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (808) 877-5553 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bonafide Trucking LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3760716
MC: 1355483
Based in: Kahului, HI 96732 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (808) 359-7779 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pico General Contracting Corporation

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 2583683
Based in: Makawao, HI 96768 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (808) 572-7101 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 45 movers in Kahului

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $4,000 to $5,950 for a studio, $5,990 to $8,920 for a one-bedroom, $9,990 to $14,860 for a two-bedroom, $15,980 to $23,780 for a three-bedroom and $21,980 to $32,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Kahului from Boise?

About 3,289 road miles (2,787 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 57 hours (7 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Hawaii 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 Kahului?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $4,580 to $6,470 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,960 to $5,820. 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–Kahului corridor.