Meridian, ID → Dothan, AL · Cross-country move

Movers from Meridian to Dothan

About 2,228 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,660–$9,910, delivery in 7–14 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 112 in Dothan.

2,228 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$6,660–$9,9102-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Meridian, Idaho
To: Dothan, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 2,228 miles (1,888 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination: 112 (77 interstate)

Reverse: Dothan → Meridian

Dothan sits about 2,228 miles east of Meridian, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Alabama that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $6,660 to $9,910 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 39 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 112 around Dothan (77 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 Dothan.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Dothan about 72,000. Meridian is considerably denser (3,351 people per square mile versus 791), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Alabama than in Idaho, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home.

Cost of moving from Meridian to Dothan

Full-service estimate for 2,228 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,660	$3,250	$3,960
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,000	$4,870	$5,950
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,660	$8,120	$9,910
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,660	$13,000	$15,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,660	$17,870	$21,800

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,040–$4,290

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

Portable container

$3,010–$4,420

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

Full-service mover

$6,660–$9,910

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 Dothan (destination)

Coleman American Moving Services INC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 148986
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 332 trucks, 349 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Covan World-Wide Movingincorporated

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 256677
MC: 115366
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 208 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman Worldwide Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2897746
MC: 974169
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 191 trucks, 192 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Powell Transport Solutions LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 457381
MC: 246135
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (405) 283-0698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Road Runners Moving Services INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1357693
MC: 507202
Based in: Dothan, AL 36301 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (334) 673-9670 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coleman American Companies INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119395
MC: 458318
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 803-8888 Route Verify on FMCSA

Trans Global Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1119412
MC: 458326
Based in: Midland City, AL 36350 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 983-6500 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clockwork Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2785148
MC: 928069
Based in: Dothan, AL 36305 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (917) 379-3091 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 112 movers in Dothan

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,660 to $3,960 for a studio, $4,000 to $5,950 for a one-bedroom, $6,660 to $9,910 for a two-bedroom, $10,660 to $15,860 for a three-bedroom and $14,660 to $21,800 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dothan from Meridian?

About 2,228 road miles (1,888 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 39 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 Alabama 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 Dothan?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,040 to $4,290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,010 to $4,420. 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–Dothan corridor.