Chicago, IL → Boise, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Chicago to Boise

About 1,708 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,350–$9,440, delivery in 5–10 days, 2,923 carriers on the Chicago side and 168 in Boise.

1,708 miroad distance
30 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,350–$9,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Chicago, Illinois
To: Boise, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 1,708 miles (1,447 straight-line)
Drive time: 30 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2,923 (2,209 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Boise → Chicago

Moving from Chicago to Boise is a cross-country move of roughly 1,708 road miles, heading west from Illinois 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 $6,350 to $9,440 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 30 hours (4 driving days).

On the Chicago side there are 2,923 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2,209 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.

Chicago has a population of about 2.7 million and Boise about 238,429. Chicago is considerably denser (12,061 people per square mile versus 2,806), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Chicago to Boise

Full-service estimate for 1,708 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,540	$3,100	$3,780
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,810	$4,640	$5,670
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,350	$7,740	$9,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,150	$12,380	$15,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,960	$17,030	$20,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,360–$3,320

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

Portable container

$2,540–$3,740

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

Full-service mover

$6,350–$9,440

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Chicago (origin)

Nova Lines INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2559423
MC: 892806
Based in: Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1,298 trucks, 1,298 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (847) 881-0432 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hmd Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 976560
MC: 415186
Based in: Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 409 trucks, 375 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (708) 398-6237 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cdn Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 781203
MC: 332177
Based in: Northlake, IL 60164 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 310 trucks, 260 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (708) 344-5555 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hub Group

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hub Group Dedicated LLC

USDOT: 801828
MC: 357193
Based in: Oak Brook, IL 60523 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2,505 trucks, 3,194 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (630) 271-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fx

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Freight Exchange Of North America LLC

USDOT: 1194542
MC: 471387
Based in: Franklin Park, IL 60131 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 218 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (312) 612-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

New World Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 258748
MC: 162485
Based in: Chicago, IL 60646 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 204 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (773) 509-5937 Route Verify on FMCSA

Liv Transportation INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2196716
MC: 762386
Based in: Bridgeview, IL 60455 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 201 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (708) 401-7441 Route Verify on FMCSA

Celtic Cartage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1197429
MC: 476351
Based in: Palos Hills, IL 60465 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 185 trucks, 185 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (708) 974-1405 Route Verify on FMCSA

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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 Chicago to Boise?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,540 to $3,780 for a studio, $3,810 to $5,670 for a one-bedroom, $6,350 to $9,440 for a two-bedroom, $10,150 to $15,110 for a three-bedroom and $13,960 to $20,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boise from Chicago?

About 1,708 road miles (1,447 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 30 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 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 Illinois 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 Chicago to Boise?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,360 to $3,320 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,540 to $3,740. 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 Chicago–Boise corridor.