Meridian, ID → Springfield, IL · Cross-country move

Movers from Meridian to Springfield

About 1,651 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,250–$9,300, delivery in 5–10 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 58 in Springfield.

1,651 miroad distance
29 hours (4 driving days)driving time
5–10 daysdelivery window
$6,250–$9,3002-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Meridian, Idaho
To: Springfield, Illinois
Road distance: ≈ 1,651 miles (1,399 straight-line)
Drive time: 29 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window: 5–10 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination: 58 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Springfield → Meridian

Springfield sits about 1,651 miles east of Meridian, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to Illinois 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 $6,250 to $9,300 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 29 hours (4 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 58 around Springfield (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 Springfield.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Springfield about 112,989. Meridian is considerably denser (3,351 people per square mile versus 1,872), 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 Springfield

Full-service estimate for 1,651 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,500	$3,050	$3,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,750	$4,580	$5,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,250	$7,630	$9,300
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,010	$12,200	$14,890
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,760	$16,780	$20,470

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,300–$3,240

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

Portable container

$2,490–$3,670

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

Full-service mover

$6,250–$9,300

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

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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 Springfield (destination)

Lightspeed Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3463470
MC: 1137096
Based in: Sherman, IL 62684 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 34 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (309) 275-4697 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dodik Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1371987
MC: 524365
Based in: Springfield, IL 62704 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 12 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (727) 202-5008 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cavalier Cartage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 874456
MC: 519534
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (217) 652-2075 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hillier Storage & Moving Co

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 607202
MC: 292145
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (217) 525-8550 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tuxhorn Towing INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 732994
MC: 769644
Based in: Springfield, IL 62702 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (217) 522-8211 Route Verify on FMCSA

Peters Family Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1750866
MC: 641234
Based in: New Berlin, IL 62670 (14 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2008

Call (217) 341-6189 Route Verify on FMCSA

Prime Moovers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4533601
MC: 1797987
Based in: Springfield, IL 62707 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (217) 725-6536 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T Logistics

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4149348
MC: 1592549
Based in: Springfield, IL 62703 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (920) 841-6516 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 58 movers in Springfield

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 Springfield accordingly.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,500 to $3,720 for a studio, $3,750 to $5,580 for a one-bedroom, $6,250 to $9,300 for a two-bedroom, $10,010 to $14,890 for a three-bedroom and $13,760 to $20,470 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Springfield from Meridian?

About 1,651 road miles (1,399 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 29 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 Idaho into Illinois 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 Springfield?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,300 to $3,240 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,490 to $3,670. 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–Springfield corridor.