Columbia, MO → Boise, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Columbia to Boise

About 1,507 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,700–$8,480, delivery in 5–10 days, 53 carriers on the Columbia side and 168 in Boise.

1,507 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$5,700–$8,4802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Columbia, Missouri
To: Boise, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 1,507 miles (1,277 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 53 (33 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Boise → Columbia

Moving from Columbia to Boise is a cross-country move of roughly 1,507 road miles, heading west from Missouri 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 $5,700 to $8,480 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 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Columbia side there are 53 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (33 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.

Columbia has a population of about 130,851 and Boise about 238,429. Boise is the denser city (2,806 people per square mile versus 1,899 in Columbia), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Columbia to Boise

Full-service estimate for 1,507 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,280	$2,780	$3,390
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,420	$4,170	$5,090
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,700	$6,950	$8,480
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,120	$11,120	$13,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,540	$15,290	$18,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,150–$3,030

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

Portable container

$2,360–$3,480

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

Full-service mover

$5,700–$8,480

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Columbia (origin)

Frontline Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3868668
MC: 1415661
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 50 trucks, 82 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (573) 528-5329 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ug Tech LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4339877
MC: 1695533
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (573) 968-5566 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck-Columbia

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Mid Mo INC

USDOT: 2338804
MC: 798647
Based in: Columbia, MO 65201 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (573) 777-8660 Route Verify on FMCSA

Premier Moving And Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 775481
MC: 347277
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (573) 474-6158 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tiger Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3424063
MC: 1546145
Based in: Columbia, MO 65202 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (573) 999-7821 Route Verify on FMCSA

F & Z Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2432203
MC: 839812
Based in: Columbia, MO 65203 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (573) 999-4639 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 4d Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3684511
MC: 1571093
Based in: Ashland, MO 65010 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (573) 303-1423 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jht Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2257095
MC: 23317
Based in: Jamestown, MO 65046 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (573) 533-8483 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 53 movers in Columbia

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 Columbia to Boise?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,280 to $3,390 for a studio, $3,420 to $5,090 for a one-bedroom, $5,700 to $8,480 for a two-bedroom, $9,120 to $13,560 for a three-bedroom and $12,540 to $18,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boise from Columbia?

About 1,507 road miles (1,277 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 26 hours (3 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 Missouri 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 Columbia to Boise?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,150 to $3,030 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,360 to $3,480. 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 Columbia–Boise corridor.