Idaho Falls, ID → Farmington, NM · Long-distance move

Movers from Idaho Falls to Farmington

About 599 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,520–$5,240, delivery in 2–5 days, 81 carriers on the Idaho Falls side and 18 in Farmington.

599 miroad distance
11 h 2 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,520–$5,2402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Idaho Falls, Idaho
To: Farmington, New Mexico
Road distance: ≈ 599 miles (508 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 2 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (67 interstate)
Movers at destination: 18 (10 interstate)

Reverse: Farmington → Idaho Falls

The route from Idaho Falls, ID to Farmington, NM covers roughly 599 miles by road, a southeast-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $3,520 to $5,240 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 11 h 2 min.

On the Idaho Falls side there are 81 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (67 of them authorized for interstate work), and 18 around Farmington (10 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 Farmington.

Idaho Falls has a population of about 68,000 and Farmington about 46,000. Idaho Falls is considerably denser (2,440 people per square mile versus 1,353), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Idaho Falls to Farmington

Full-service estimate for 599 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,410	$1,720	$2,090
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,110	$2,580	$3,140
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,520	$4,290	$5,240
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,630	$6,870	$8,380
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,740	$9,440	$11,520

Rental truck (DIY)

$920–$1,290

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,290

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

Full-service mover

$3,520–$5,240

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 Idaho Falls (origin)

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

Near Farmington (destination)

Real Mojo LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3407421
MC: 1097825
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (505) 947-0874 Route Verify on FMCSA

Desert Wind Transport

Licensed interstate

Legal name: James Earnest Crawley Sr

USDOT: 1547269
MC: 575049
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (505) 328-1270 Route Verify on FMCSA

Full Throttle Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4113688
MC: 1571779
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (505) 787-1987 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mi-Box

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jumbo INC

USDOT: 2197486
MC: 762577
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (505) 860-4837 Route Verify on FMCSA

Move Somethin LLC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4345820
MC: 1698556
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (917) 538-5809 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crazy Jjj'S Hot Shot Service LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1043152
MC: 436625
Based in: Flora Vista, NM 87415 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (505) 486-4820 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ray Bradshaw Trucking

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Ray Bradshaw

USDOT: 602854
MC: 475333
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (505) 333-7344 Route Verify on FMCSA

McAdam Service & Trucking INC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1088138
Based in: Farmington, NM 87401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (505) 327-3804 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 18 movers in Farmington

Tips for this move

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Farmington if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Idaho Falls to Farmington?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,410 to $2,090 for a studio, $2,110 to $3,140 for a one-bedroom, $3,520 to $5,240 for a two-bedroom, $5,630 to $8,380 for a three-bedroom and $7,740 to $11,520 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Farmington from Idaho Falls?

About 599 road miles (508 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 2 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 Idaho into New Mexico 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 Idaho Falls to Farmington?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $920 to $1,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,290. 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 Idaho Falls–Farmington corridor.