Hood River, OR → Idaho Falls, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Hood River to Idaho Falls

About 579 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,720–$5,540, delivery in 2–5 days, 13 carriers on the Hood River side and 81 in Idaho Falls.

579 miroad distance
10 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,720–$5,5402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Hood River, Oregon
To: Idaho Falls, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 579 miles (491 straight-line)
Drive time: 10 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 13 (10 interstate)
Movers at destination: 81 (67 interstate)

Reverse: Idaho Falls → Hood River

Moving from Hood River to Idaho Falls is a long-distance move of roughly 579 road miles, heading east from Oregon 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 $3,720 to $5,540 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 10 h 41 min.

On the Hood River side there are 13 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (10 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Idaho Falls (67 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 Idaho Falls.

Hood River has a population of about 8,000 and Idaho Falls about 68,000. Hood River is considerably denser (3,188 people per square mile versus 2,440), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Idaho than in Oregon, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Hood River to Idaho Falls

Full-service estimate for 579 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,490	$1,820	$2,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,230	$2,720	$3,320
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,720	$4,540	$5,540
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,950	$7,260	$8,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,190	$9,980	$12,180

Rental truck (DIY)

$890–$1,260

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

Portable container

$1,540–$2,260

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

Full-service mover

$3,720–$5,540

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

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

Moving companies for this route

Near Hood River (origin)

Level Excavating INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2264228
MC: 797196
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (541) 354-1700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lester Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1078021
MC: 133654
Based in: Hood River, OR 97031 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (541) 354-1113 Route Verify on FMCSA

Transita LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2250613
MC: 823545
Based in: Mount Hood Parkdale, OR 97041 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (503) 533-4358 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gt LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3005779
MC: 26493
Based in: Rhododendron, OR 97049 (29 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (503) 563-7790 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jess Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3700816
MC: 1294825
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (509) 310-3885 Route Verify on FMCSA

Erik Jausch

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1554097
MC: 577032
Based in: Goldendale, WA 98620 (38 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (541) 993-3748 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pick'S Sierra Development LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4391520
MC: 1722817
Based in: Lyle, WA 98635 (17 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (503) 410-1079 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gc Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Gc Logistics LLC

USDOT: 3573105
MC: 1204270
Based in: Stevenson, WA 98648 (20 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 13 movers in Hood River

Near Idaho Falls (destination)

Eagle Eye Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 703047
MC: 325275
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 81 trucks, 83 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (208) 656-7336 Route Verify on FMCSA

Roamer Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2440532
MC: 841900
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 44 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (208) 821-6060 Route Verify on FMCSA

Riverbend Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4029917
MC: 1522242
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (208) 534-7865 Route Verify on FMCSA

Interwest Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 205985
MC: 743698
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1981

Call (208) 523-8989 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pocono Coast West LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2154977
MC: 749168
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 22 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (208) 552-7785 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jay Transport INC

USDOT: 278984
MC: 446913
Based in: Rigby, ID 83442 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (208) 523-5134 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cci Transport & Crane INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 604468
MC: 291186
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (208) 524-2244 Route Verify on FMCSA

Purple Sage Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 553451
MC: 273602
Based in: Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (208) 524-8340 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 81 movers in Idaho Falls

Tips for this move

Ask how the delivery window is calculated and what the delay compensation is.
Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Idaho Falls if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Hood River to Idaho Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,490 to $2,210 for a studio, $2,230 to $3,320 for a one-bedroom, $3,720 to $5,540 for a two-bedroom, $5,950 to $8,860 for a three-bedroom and $8,190 to $12,180 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Idaho Falls from Hood River?

About 579 road miles (491 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 41 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 Oregon 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 Hood River to Idaho Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $890 to $1,260 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,540 to $2,260. 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 Hood River–Idaho Falls corridor.