Louisville, KY → Coeur d'Alene, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Louisville to Coeur d'Alene

About 1,998 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,380–$9,500, delivery in 5–10 days, 401 carriers on the Louisville side and 56 in Coeur d'Alene.

1,998 miroad distance
35 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,380–$9,5002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Louisville, Kentucky
To: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 1,998 miles (1,693 straight-line)
Drive time: 35 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 401 (245 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Coeur d'Alene → Louisville

Moving from Louisville to Coeur d'Alene is a cross-country move of roughly 1,998 road miles, heading northwest from Kentucky 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 $6,380 to $9,500 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 35 hours (4 driving days).

On the Louisville side there are 401 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (245 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Coeur d'Alene (45 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 Coeur d'Alene.

Louisville has a population of about 641,962 and Coeur d'Alene about 58,000. Coeur d'Alene is the denser city (3,390 people per square mile versus 1,948 in Louisville), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Idaho is a higher-cost state than Kentucky, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Louisville to Coeur d'Alene

Full-service estimate for 1,998 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,550	$3,110	$3,800
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,830	$4,670	$5,700
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,380	$7,780	$9,500
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,210	$12,450	$15,190
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,040	$17,130	$20,890

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,800–$3,960

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

Portable container

$2,800–$4,120

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

Full-service mover

$6,380–$9,500

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Louisville (origin)

Summitt Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 912424
MC: 395146
Based in: Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 130 trucks, 124 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (812) 285-7777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Product Distribution Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 230522
MC: 161523
Based in: Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 103 trucks, 88 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (502) 968-8711 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kentucky Container Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 215501
MC: 160261
Based in: Louisville, KY 40219 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 94 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (502) 810-9979 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arman Transport LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1282568
MC: 501603
Based in: Louisville, KY 40211 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (502) 384-0059 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tsi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1145145
MC: 430708
Based in: Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 55 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (812) 280-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Xlg Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1238768
MC: 487788
Based in: Clarksville, IN 47129 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 46 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (812) 944-0066 Route Verify on FMCSA

Fc Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1390662
MC: 529189
Based in: Louisville, KY 40218 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (502) 656-8139 Route Verify on FMCSA

B & J Trucking Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 450803
MC: 215301
Based in: Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Route Verify on FMCSA

All 401 movers in Louisville

Near Coeur d'Alene (destination)

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paradise Amusements INC

USDOT: 1428525
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 687-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carrel Brothers Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1056882
MC: 439672
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 626-5657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2843185
MC: 10110
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (208) 449-6080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alliance Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1127257
MC: 455579
Based in: Coeur D Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (208) 676-1088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gman'S Lc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5509433
MC: 68856213
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (208) 210-7502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3198568
MC: 157892
Based in: Coeur D'Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 659-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1009960
MC: 615856
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 777-0929 Route Verify on FMCSA

Panhandle Moverslake Coeur D'Alene Moversbest Of Spokane M

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Panhandle Movers LLC

USDOT: 3867531
MC: 1414914
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 449-7742 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Coeur d'Alene

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
Read the FMCSA 'Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move' booklet the carrier must provide.
Ship the car separately if you plan to fly; auto transport is priced by the mile like household goods.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Louisville to Coeur d'Alene?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,550 to $3,800 for a studio, $3,830 to $5,700 for a one-bedroom, $6,380 to $9,500 for a two-bedroom, $10,210 to $15,190 for a three-bedroom and $14,040 to $20,890 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coeur d'Alene from Louisville?

About 1,998 road miles (1,693 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 35 hours (4 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 Kentucky 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 Louisville to Coeur d'Alene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,800 to $3,960 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,800 to $4,120. 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 Louisville–Coeur d'Alene corridor.