Meridian, ID → Buckeye, AZ · Long-distance move

Movers from Meridian to Buckeye

About 864 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,330–$6,440, delivery in 2–5 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 87 in Buckeye.

864 miroad distance
15 h 36 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,330–$6,4402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Meridian, Idaho
To: Buckeye, Arizona
Road distance: ≈ 864 miles (732 straight-line)
Drive time: 15 h 36 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination: 87 (50 interstate)

Reverse: Buckeye → Meridian

Moving from Meridian to Buckeye is a long-distance move of roughly 864 road miles, heading south from Idaho to Arizona.

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 $4,330 to $6,440 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 15 h 36 min.

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 87 around Buckeye (50 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 Buckeye.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Buckeye about 125,445. Meridian is considerably denser (3,351 people per square mile versus 233), 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 Buckeye

Full-service estimate for 864 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,730	$2,110	$2,580
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,600	$3,170	$3,860
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,330	$5,280	$6,440
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,930	$8,450	$10,300
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,520	$11,610	$14,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,190–$1,680

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

Portable container

$1,790–$2,630

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

Full-service mover

$4,330–$6,440

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 Buckeye (destination)

J & J Transports INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2556837
MC: 891686
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (602) 714-0266 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jay D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1670482
MC: 613997
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (602) 459-1025 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lecher Farm Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3317966
MC: 1055190
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 882-9964 Route Verify on FMCSA

Chapiz Express LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4048374
MC: 1533506
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (602) 832-1661 Route Verify on FMCSA

Imperio Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3645767
MC: 1254663
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (480) 938-4770 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gps Translink LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3322459
MC: 1057458
Based in: Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (602) 206-8577 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sp Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3718304
MC: 1307761
Based in: Goodyear, AZ 85338 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (479) 790-0298 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Rafael Torres Jr

USDOT: 886646
MC: 438405
Based in: Buckeye, AZ 85396 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 3 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (661) 343-2830 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 87 movers in Buckeye

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,730 to $2,580 for a studio, $2,600 to $3,860 for a one-bedroom, $4,330 to $6,440 for a two-bedroom, $6,930 to $10,300 for a three-bedroom and $9,520 to $14,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Buckeye from Meridian?

About 864 road miles (732 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 15 h 36 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 Arizona 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 Buckeye?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,190 to $1,680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,790 to $2,630. 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–Buckeye corridor.