Idaho Falls, ID → Lakewood, CO · Long-distance move

Movers from Idaho Falls to Lakewood

About 523 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,580–$5,320, delivery in 2–5 days, 81 carriers on the Idaho Falls side and 1,122 in Lakewood.

523 miroad distance
9 h 43 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,580–$5,3202-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Idaho Falls, Idaho
To: Lakewood, Colorado
Road distance: ≈ 523 miles (443 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 43 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 81 (67 interstate)
Movers at destination: 1,122 (405 interstate)

Reverse: Lakewood → Idaho Falls

Lakewood sits about 523 miles southeast of Idaho Falls, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Colorado that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

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 $3,580 to $5,320 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 9 h 43 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 1,122 around Lakewood (405 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 Lakewood.

Idaho Falls has a population of about 68,000 and Lakewood about 156,927. Lakewood is the denser city (3,586 people per square mile versus 2,440 in Idaho Falls), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Colorado is a higher-cost state than Idaho, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Idaho Falls to Lakewood

Full-service estimate for 523 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,430	$1,740	$2,130
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,150	$2,620	$3,190
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,580	$4,360	$5,320
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,720	$6,980	$8,520
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,870	$9,600	$11,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$840–$1,180

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

Portable container

$1,490–$2,190

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

Full-service mover

$3,580–$5,320

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 Lakewood (destination)

Navajo Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 202381
MC: 157626
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 296 trucks, 303 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 287-3800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Western Distributing Transportation Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Western Distributing Company

USDOT: 145556
MC: 142969
Based in: Denver, CO 80229 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 155 trucks, 162 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 294-3135 Route Verify on FMCSA

Quality Logistics INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 22520
MC: 378084
Based in: Englewood, CO 80110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 135 trucks, 131 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (303) 761-3195 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pfc

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Private First Class Worldwide Chauffeured Service LLC

USDOT: 4302538
MC: 1675847
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 76 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (720) 427-3226 Route Verify on FMCSA

Final Mile Fast LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3190181
MC: 135191
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 60 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (970) 673-5442 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dracarys Fleet LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3300844
MC: 1047129
Based in: Denver, CO 80221 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 55 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (254) 366-5720 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bear Logistics Services LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3483705
MC: 1144340
Based in: Denver, CO 80238 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 52 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (941) 704-3189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bts Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3115238
MC: 84879
Based in: Denver, CO 80231 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 35 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (720) 825-5315 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 1,122 movers in Lakewood

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 Lakewood 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 Idaho Falls to Lakewood?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,430 to $2,130 for a studio, $2,150 to $3,190 for a one-bedroom, $3,580 to $5,320 for a two-bedroom, $5,720 to $8,520 for a three-bedroom and $7,870 to $11,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Lakewood from Idaho Falls?

About 523 road miles (443 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 43 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 Colorado 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 Lakewood?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $840 to $1,180 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,490 to $2,190. 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–Lakewood corridor.