Denton, TX → Boise, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Denton to Boise

About 1,479 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,750–$8,560, delivery in 3–7 days, 409 carriers on the Denton side and 168 in Boise.

1,479 miroad distance
26 hours (3 driving days)driving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,750–$8,5602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Denton, Texas
To: Boise, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 1,479 miles (1,253 straight-line)
Drive time: 26 hours (3 driving days)
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 409 (187 interstate)
Movers at destination: 168 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Boise → Denton

Moving from Denton to Boise is a long-distance move of roughly 1,479 road miles, heading northwest from Texas 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 $5,750 to $8,560 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 26 hours (3 driving days).

On the Denton side there are 409 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (187 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.

Denton has a population of about 169,431 and Boise about 238,429. Boise is the denser city (2,806 people per square mile versus 1,451 in Denton), 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 Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Denton to Boise

Full-service estimate for 1,479 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,300	$2,810	$3,420
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,450	$4,210	$5,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,750	$7,020	$8,560
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,200	$11,220	$13,690
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$12,660	$15,430	$18,830

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,120–$2,990

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

Portable container

$2,340–$3,440

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

Full-service mover

$5,750–$8,560

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Denton (origin)

Titus Transport Services LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 306971
MC: 190464
Based in: Denton, TX 76210 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 270 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (940) 600-4831 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 880583
MC: 689082
Based in: Denton, TX 76201 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (940) 383-1717 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brown Box Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cwl Services LLC

USDOT: 2295684
MC: 943303
Based in: Denton, TX 76209 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (972) 953-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

S 4 Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1827498
MC: 901612
Based in: Hickory Creek, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (214) 477-4762 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kamand LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3835904
MC: 1393179
Based in: Aubrey, TX 76227 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (817) 825-9704 Route Verify on FMCSA

Axp

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Amoun Express LLC

USDOT: 2031387
MC: 723293
Based in: Lake Dallas, TX 75065 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (972) 740-5088 Route Verify on FMCSA

All My Sons Of Denton County LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2958778
MC: 3428
Based in: Denton, TX 76207 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (469) 461-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Extra Plus TX INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2514965
MC: 872522
Based in: Keller, TX 76226 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (817) 528-7765 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 409 movers in Denton

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 Denton to Boise?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,300 to $3,420 for a studio, $3,450 to $5,140 for a one-bedroom, $5,750 to $8,560 for a two-bedroom, $9,200 to $13,690 for a three-bedroom and $12,660 to $18,830 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boise from Denton?

About 1,479 road miles (1,253 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 3 to 7 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 Texas 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 Denton to Boise?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,120 to $2,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,340 to $3,440. 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 Denton–Boise corridor.