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Malibu, CA

Boise, ID → Malibu, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Boise to Malibu

About 797 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,630–$6,890, delivery in 2–5 days, 168 carriers on the Boise side and 7 in Malibu.

  • 797 miroad distance
  • 14 h 27 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,630–$6,8902-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 797 miles (675 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 27 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
168 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination
7 (2 interstate)

Reverse: Malibu → Boise

Malibu sits about 797 miles south of Boise, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,630 to $6,890 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 14 h 27 min.

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 7 around Malibu (2 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 Malibu.

Boise has a population of about 238,429 and Malibu about 10,000. Boise is considerably denser (2,806 people per square mile versus 537), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California 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 Malibu

Full-service estimate for 797 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,850 $2,260 $2,760
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,780 $3,390 $4,140
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,630 $5,650 $6,890
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,410 $9,040 $11,030
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,200 $12,430 $15,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,120–$1,580

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

Portable container

$1,730–$2,550

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

Full-service mover

$4,630–$6,890

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

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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 Malibu (destination)

Pleasant Relocation

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Success Trucking INC

USDOT
2526974
MC
877788
Based in
Agoura, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (866) 317-9403 Route Verify on FMCSA

Reeds Furniture Agoura INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2668399
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2015
Call (818) 597-7800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Relief Mart INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
2852806
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (805) 379-4300 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Made Make Be-Leaves INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
4106169
Based in
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (818) 879-3621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Malibu Hauling

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Malibu Demolition INC

USDOT
2951137
Based in
Malibu, CA 90265 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (310) 924-5226 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Are Movers INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3404810
Based in
Calabasas, CA 91302 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (310) 815-8304 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Malibu

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,850 to $2,760 for a studio, $2,780 to $4,140 for a one-bedroom, $4,630 to $6,890 for a two-bedroom, $7,410 to $11,030 for a three-bedroom and $10,200 to $15,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Malibu from Boise?

About 797 road miles (675 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 27 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 California 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 Malibu?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,120 to $1,580 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,730 to $2,550. 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–Malibu corridor.