Carson City, NV → Boise, ID · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Carson City to Boise

About 421 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,170–$4,720, delivery in 1–3 days, 32 carriers on the Carson City side and 168 in Boise.

421 miroad distance
7 h 58 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,170–$4,7202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Carson City, Nevada
To: Boise, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 421 miles (357 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 58 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 32 (23 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Boise → Carson City

Moving from Carson City to Boise is a regional long-distance move of roughly 421 road miles, heading northeast from Nevada to Idaho.

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 $3,170 to $4,720 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 58 min.

On the Carson City side there are 32 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (23 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Boise (127 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 Boise.

Carson City has a population of about 59,000 and Boise about 238,429. Boise is the denser city (2,806 people per square mile versus 406 in Carson City), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Idaho does collect a state income tax, unlike Nevada, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Carson City to Boise

Full-service estimate for 421 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,270	$1,550	$1,890
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,900	$2,320	$2,830
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,170	$3,870	$4,720
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,080	$6,190	$7,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,980	$8,520	$10,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

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

Portable container

$1,400–$2,050

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

Full-service mover

$3,170–$4,720

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Carson City (origin)

Gentle Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: A & B Relocations INC

USDOT: 4164289
MC: 1600731
Based in: Carson City, NV 89705 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (559) 547-5704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Contractors & Empire Waste Systems

Interstate carrier

Legal name: Empire Contractors INC

USDOT: 1707107
Based in: Incline Village, NV 89451 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (775) 831-2246 Route Verify on FMCSA

Marty'S Appliance

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 3099902
Based in: Minden, NV 89423 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (775) 782-5099 Route Verify on FMCSA

C&t Consulting Agency LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4512928
MC: 1786930
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (909) 720-9588 Route Verify on FMCSA

Minutemen Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3802718
MC: 1369347
Based in: Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 541-8305 Route Verify on FMCSA

Vogts Logistics And Truck Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3948186
MC: 1468493
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (775) 297-9473 Route Verify on FMCSA

All Out Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4176145
MC: 1607125
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (775) 315-9840 Route Verify on FMCSA

Rapid Car Sales & Service INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4563432
MC: 1814154
Based in: Carson City, NV 89701 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (321) 303-5705 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 32 movers in Carson City

Near Boise (destination)

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

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Carson City to Boise?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,270 to $1,890 for a studio, $1,900 to $2,830 for a one-bedroom, $3,170 to $4,720 for a two-bedroom, $5,080 to $7,560 for a three-bedroom and $6,980 to $10,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boise from Carson City?

About 421 road miles (357 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 58 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Nevada into Idaho 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 Carson City to Boise?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,400 to $2,050. 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 Carson City–Boise corridor.