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Meridian, ID → Waco, TX · Cross-country move

Movers from Meridian to Waco

About 1,576 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,920–$8,810, delivery in 5–10 days, 176 carriers on the Meridian side and 121 in Waco.

  • 1,576 miroad distance
  • 27 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $5,920–$8,8102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,576 miles (1,336 straight-line)
Drive time
27 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
176 (130 interstate)
Movers at destination
121 (34 interstate)

Reverse: Waco → Meridian

Moving from Meridian to Waco is a cross-country move of roughly 1,576 road miles, heading southeast from Idaho to Texas.

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 $5,920 to $8,810 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 27 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 121 around Waco (34 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 Waco.

Meridian has a population of about 142,988 and Waco about 147,788. Meridian is considerably denser (3,351 people per square mile versus 1,561), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Texas levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Meridian to Waco

Full-service estimate for 1,576 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,370 $2,890 $3,520
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $3,550 $4,330 $5,290
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $5,920 $7,220 $8,810
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $9,480 $11,560 $14,100
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $13,030 $15,890 $19,390

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,220–$3,130

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

Portable container

$2,430–$3,570

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

Full-service mover

$5,920–$8,810

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 Waco (destination)

Central Tejas Express LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2481494
MC
925578
Based in
Waco, TX 76714 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (254) 300-2575 Verify on FMCSA

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Darss LLC

USDOT
3304893
MC
1445596
Based in
Waco, TX 76710 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (254) 855-7963 Route Verify on FMCSA

Little Guys Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Chisos Trail INC

USDOT
3583960
MC
1211601
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 233-9191 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tip Toe Hauling LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4463894
MC
1760784
Based in
Waco, TX 76701 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (281) 752-1800 Route Verify on FMCSA

Triple 7 Movers Of Texas LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4050232
MC
1534564
Based in
Woodway, TX 76712 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2023
Call (512) 677-6467 Route Verify on FMCSA

Getwhitit LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4444373
MC
1750503
Based in
Waco, TX 76708 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (713) 591-1487 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deluxe Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1675025
MC
615592
Based in
Hewitt, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (254) 214-0107 Route Verify on FMCSA

Skyz The Limit Transportation INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3783959
MC
1360338
Based in
Chilton, TX 76643 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (254) 715-4721 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 121 movers in Waco

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,520 for a studio, $3,550 to $5,290 for a one-bedroom, $5,920 to $8,810 for a two-bedroom, $9,480 to $14,100 for a three-bedroom and $13,030 to $19,390 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Waco from Meridian?

About 1,576 road miles (1,336 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 27 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 Texas 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 Waco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,220 to $3,130 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,430 to $3,570. 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–Waco corridor.