Meridian, ID → Rockville, MD · Cross-country move

Movers from Meridian to Rockville

About 2,407 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,660–$11,400, delivery in 7–14 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 526 in Rockville.

2,407 miroad distance
42 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,660–$11,4002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Meridian, Idaho
To: Rockville, Maryland
Road distance: ≈ 2,407 miles (2,040 straight-line)
Drive time: 42 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination: 526 (327 interstate)

Reverse: Rockville → Meridian

Moving from Meridian to Rockville is a cross-country move of roughly 2,407 road miles, heading east from Idaho to Maryland.

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 $7,660 to $11,400 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 42 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 526 around Rockville (327 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 Rockville.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Rockville about 68,000. Rockville is the denser city (4,947 people per square mile versus 3,351 in Meridian), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Maryland 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 Meridian to Rockville

Full-service estimate for 2,407 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,060	$3,740	$4,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,600	$5,600	$6,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,660	$9,340	$11,400
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,260	$14,950	$18,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,850	$20,550	$25,070

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,370–$4,760

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

Portable container

$3,170–$4,660

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

Full-service mover

$7,660–$11,400

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

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

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 Rockville (destination)

Moyer

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Moyer & Sons INC

USDOT: 222787
MC: 147853
Based in: Clarksburg, MD 20871 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 67 trucks, 56 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (301) 869-3896 Route Verify on FMCSA

Town And Country Movers INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 418499
MC: 63919
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 64 trucks, 72 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (301) 670-4600 Route Verify on FMCSA

E&n Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3588170
MC: 1214409
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (240) 364-4387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mint Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3733020
MC: 1318498
Based in: Montgomery Village, MD 20886 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (227) 224-8800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primus Trans LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2442344
MC: 44829
Based in: Vienna, VA 22182 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 40 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (571) 386-9178 Route Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chhj LLC

USDOT: 1442953
MC: 545874
Based in: Rockville, MD 20850 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (240) 403-7387 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jk Moving Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jk Moving & Storage Of Maryland INC

USDOT: 1300300
MC: 504611
Based in: Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (703) 260-3094 Route Verify on FMCSA

Morton'S Towing & Recovery INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1064316
MC: 962150
Based in: Clarksburg, MD 20871 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 26 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (301) 330-1170 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 526 movers in Rockville

Tips for this move

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.
Confirm which items the mover will not carry (plants, perishables, propane, some batteries).
Expect a delivery spread of one to two weeks; plan temporary housing in Rockville accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,060 to $4,560 for a studio, $4,600 to $6,840 for a one-bedroom, $7,660 to $11,400 for a two-bedroom, $12,260 to $18,230 for a three-bedroom and $16,850 to $25,070 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Rockville from Meridian?

About 2,407 road miles (2,040 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 42 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 Maryland 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 Rockville?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,370 to $4,760 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,170 to $4,660. 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–Rockville corridor.