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Macon, GA

Boise, ID → Macon, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Boise to Macon

About 2,244 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,970–$10,370, delivery in 7–14 days, 168 carriers on the Boise side and 330 in Macon.

  • 2,244 miroad distance
  • 39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $6,970–$10,3702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,244 miles (1,902 straight-line)
Drive time
39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
168 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination
330 (138 interstate)

Reverse: Macon → Boise

Macon sits about 2,244 miles east of Boise, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Georgia 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 $6,970 to $10,370 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 39 hours (5 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 330 around Macon (138 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 Macon.

Boise has a population of about 238,429 and Macon about 157,556. Boise is considerably denser (2,806 people per square mile versus 631), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Boise to Macon

Full-service estimate for 2,244 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,790 $3,400 $4,150
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,180 $5,100 $6,220
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,970 $8,500 $10,370
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,150 $13,590 $16,580
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,330 $18,690 $22,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,060–$4,310

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

Portable container

$3,020–$4,450

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

Full-service mover

$6,970–$10,370

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

Moving cost calculator

Distance is pre-filled for Boise, ID → Macon, GA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Macon (destination)

Diversified Carriers INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
584480
MC
283647
Based in
Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (478) 923-0103 Route Verify on FMCSA

McCloud9 Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3099436
MC
76626
Based in
Warner Robins, GA 31093 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
11 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (855) 262-2568 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ciceros' Moving & Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
980198
MC
417787
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered
2001
Call (478) 788-1328 Route Verify on FMCSA

K G Jr Enterprise LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2895306
MC
972874
Based in
Macon, GA 31216 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (478) 550-4828 Route Verify on FMCSA

Good Guys

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Good Guys Moving & Delivery LLC

USDOT
1906318
MC
684188
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2009
Call (478) 808-4566 Route Verify on FMCSA

A&j Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1268219
MC
554939
Based in
Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2004
Call (478) 808-7772 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Huss LLC

USDOT
3797061
MC
1365180
Based in
Macon, GA 31220 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (478) 845-6391 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mike & Kijuan Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3929166
MC
1455725
Based in
Macon, GA 31206 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2022
Call (470) 257-0022 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 330 movers in Macon

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,790 to $4,150 for a studio, $4,180 to $6,220 for a one-bedroom, $6,970 to $10,370 for a two-bedroom, $11,150 to $16,580 for a three-bedroom and $15,330 to $22,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Macon from Boise?

About 2,244 road miles (1,902 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 hours (5 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 Georgia 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 Macon?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,060 to $4,310 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,020 to $4,450. 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–Macon corridor.