Meridian, ID → Augusta, GA · Cross-country move

Movers from Meridian to Augusta

About 2,324 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,090–$10,550, delivery in 7–14 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 200 in Augusta.

2,324 miroad distance
40 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,090–$10,5502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Meridian, Idaho
To: Augusta, Georgia
Road distance: ≈ 2,324 miles (1,970 straight-line)
Drive time: 40 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination: 200 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Augusta → Meridian

Moving from Meridian to Augusta is a cross-country move of roughly 2,324 road miles, heading east from Idaho to Georgia.

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 $7,090 to $10,550 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 40 hours (5 driving days).

On the Meridian side there are 176 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (130 of them authorized for interstate work), and 200 around Augusta (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 Augusta.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Augusta about 201,999. Meridian is considerably denser (3,351 people per square mile versus 668), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Meridian to Augusta

Full-service estimate for 2,324 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,840	$3,460	$4,220
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,260	$5,190	$6,330
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,090	$8,650	$10,550
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$11,350	$13,840	$16,880
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$15,600	$19,030	$23,210

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,290–$4,640

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

Portable container

$3,090–$4,550

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

Full-service mover

$7,090–$10,550

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Meridian (origin)

J R Simplot Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 62813
MC: 167150
Based in: Boise, ID 83702 (13 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 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 59 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (208) 314-4724 Route Verify on FMCSA

Capital Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 762129
MC: 455079
Based in: Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 57 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (208) 888-5112 Route Verify on FMCSA

USA Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1189943
MC: 475067
Based in: Meridian, ID 83642 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (208) 870-3691 Route Verify on FMCSA

R S T INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 52969
MC: 174300
Based in: Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (208) 459-0271 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple C Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2349517
MC: 804211
Based in: Caldwell, ID 83605 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 34 trucks, 34 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (208) 901-2605 Route Verify on FMCSA

Muza-Pro LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3087546
MC: 81853
Based in: Meridian, ID 83646 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 968-4042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peasley Transfer & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 62670
MC: 3249
Based in: Boise, ID 83706 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (208) 375-0961 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 176 movers in Meridian

Near Augusta (destination)

Turner Transportation Specialists INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 627071
MC: 141754
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 33 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered: 1996

Call (706) 722-0478 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chancey'S Towing & Recovery LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 514650
MC: 654579
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (706) 796-1642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adsi Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 754250
MC: 341078
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (706) 793-0186 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truckaugusta

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Thompson & Webster LLC

USDOT: 955615
MC: 408946
Based in: Augusta, GA 30909 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (706) 364-1754 Route Verify on FMCSA

H & S Transfer Companyinc

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 92748
MC: 129267
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (706) 722-7582 Route Verify on FMCSA

Time Transportation & Leasing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 387338
MC: 220857
Based in: Augusta, GA 30901 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (706) 722-5448 Route Verify on FMCSA

Southern Freight Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2174279
MC: 869487
Based in: Hephzibah, GA 30815 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (706) 829-3538 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scotts Hotshot LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4348219
MC: 1699797
Based in: Augusta, GA 30906 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (706) 306-0069 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 200 movers in Augusta

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Meridian to Augusta?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,840 to $4,220 for a studio, $4,260 to $6,330 for a one-bedroom, $7,090 to $10,550 for a two-bedroom, $11,350 to $16,880 for a three-bedroom and $15,600 to $23,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Augusta from Meridian?

About 2,324 road miles (1,970 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 40 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 Georgia 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 Meridian to Augusta?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,290 to $4,640 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,090 to $4,550. 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 Meridian–Augusta corridor.