Boise, ID → Portsmouth, NH · Cross-country move

Movers from Boise to Portsmouth

About 2,662 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,010–$11,910, delivery in 7–14 days, 168 carriers on the Boise side and 51 in Portsmouth.

2,662 miroad distance
46 hours (6 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$8,010–$11,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Boise, Idaho
To: Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Road distance: ≈ 2,662 miles (2,256 straight-line)
Drive time: 46 hours (6 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 168 (127 interstate)
Movers at destination: 51 (38 interstate)

Reverse: Portsmouth → Boise

Portsmouth sits about 2,662 miles east of Boise, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to New Hampshire 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 $8,010 to $11,910 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 46 hours (6 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 51 around Portsmouth (38 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 Portsmouth.

Boise has a population of about 238,429 and Portsmouth about 23,000. Boise is considerably denser (2,806 people per square mile versus 1,402), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. New Hampshire is a higher-cost state than Idaho, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. New Hampshire levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Boise to Portsmouth

Full-service estimate for 2,662 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,200	$3,900	$4,760
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,800	$5,860	$7,150
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$8,010	$9,760	$11,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,810	$15,620	$19,060
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$17,610	$21,480	$26,200

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,640–$5,130

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

Portable container

$3,400–$4,990

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

Full-service mover

$8,010–$11,910

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 Portsmouth (destination)

Bridges Bros Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Crowded Street Holdings LLC

USDOT: 3152985
MC: 105934
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (603) 772-8200 Route Verify on FMCSA

William C Huff Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 361089
MC: 249041
Based in: Dover, NH 03820 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 335-2967 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wood Bros Moving Storage LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1761858
MC: 644032
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (603) 436-2725 Route Verify on FMCSA

Wings-Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2519075
MC: 874927
Based in: Hampton, NH 03842 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (603) 918-3664 Route Verify on FMCSA

Preferred Movers

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Preferred Movers LLC

USDOT: 1381627
MC: 532837
Based in: North Hampton, NH 03862 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (603) 379-2272 Route Verify on FMCSA

McLaughlin Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 363252
MC: 74451
Based in: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1989

Call (603) 427-0050 Route Verify on FMCSA

Central Fence & Deck LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2874509
MC: 1767324
Based in: Somersworth, NH 03878 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (603) 749-1100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bluebird Self Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bluebird Storage LLC

USDOT: 4233288
MC: 1638118
Based in: Greenland, NH 03840 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (603) 380-9443 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 51 movers in Portsmouth

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,200 to $4,760 for a studio, $4,800 to $7,150 for a one-bedroom, $8,010 to $11,910 for a two-bedroom, $12,810 to $19,060 for a three-bedroom and $17,610 to $26,200 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Portsmouth from Boise?

About 2,662 road miles (2,256 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 46 hours (6 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 New Hampshire 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 Portsmouth?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,640 to $5,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,400 to $4,990. 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–Portsmouth corridor.