Montgomery, AL → Coeur d'Alene, ID · Cross-country move

Movers from Montgomery to Coeur d'Alene

About 2,257 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,710–$9,980, delivery in 7–14 days, 172 carriers on the Montgomery side and 56 in Coeur d'Alene.

2,257 miroad distance
39 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$6,710–$9,9802-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Montgomery, Alabama
To: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 2,257 miles (1,913 straight-line)
Drive time: 39 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 172 (94 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Coeur d'Alene → Montgomery

The route from Montgomery, AL to Coeur d'Alene, ID covers roughly 2,257 miles by road, a northwest-bound trip that falls into the cross-country move category for pricing purposes.

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 $6,710 to $9,980 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 Montgomery side there are 172 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (94 of them authorized for interstate work), and 56 around Coeur d'Alene (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 Coeur d'Alene.

Montgomery has a population of about 195,300 and Coeur d'Alene about 58,000. Coeur d'Alene is the denser city (3,390 people per square mile versus 1,255 in Montgomery), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Idaho is a higher-cost state than Alabama, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Montgomery to Coeur d'Alene

Full-service estimate for 2,257 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,680	$3,270	$3,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,020	$4,910	$5,990
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$6,710	$8,180	$9,980
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$10,730	$13,080	$15,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$14,750	$17,990	$21,950

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,220–$4,540

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

Portable container

$3,030–$4,460

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

Full-service mover

$6,710–$9,980

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Montgomery (origin)

Servpro Of Montgomery

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bowen Operations INC

USDOT: 1547293
MC: 1782606
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 10 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 320-5538 Route Verify on FMCSA

K And B Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2074918
MC: 724880
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36110 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2010

Call (334) 239-8698 Route Verify on FMCSA

Slt Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1459725
MC: 551427
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (334) 452-6194 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coosada Freight Lines LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3285931
MC: 1039730
Based in: Prattville, AL 36066 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (678) 630-1935 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carroll Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1232137
MC: 487744
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (334) 322-2533 Route Verify on FMCSA

R & Lh Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3860706
MC: 1410244
Based in: Wetumpka, AL 36093 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (334) 313-3238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ccs Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2125239
MC: 812350
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (334) 300-7014 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hi-Rolla Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Garrett L Davie

USDOT: 1188260
MC: 474230
Based in: Montgomery, AL 36117 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (334) 207-3554 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Montgomery

Near Coeur d'Alene (destination)

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Paradise Amusements INC

USDOT: 1428525
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (208) 687-8787 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carrel Brothers Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1056882
MC: 439672
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 626-5657 Route Verify on FMCSA

Amc Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2843185
MC: 10110
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 7 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (208) 449-6080 Route Verify on FMCSA

Alliance Moving INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1127257
MC: 455579
Based in: Coeur D Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (208) 676-1088 Route Verify on FMCSA

Gman'S Lc

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 5509433
MC: 68856213
Based in: Hayden, ID 83835 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (208) 210-7502 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ace Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3198568
MC: 157892
Based in: Coeur D'Alene, ID 83815 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 659-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Moving Company INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1009960
MC: 615856
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (208) 777-0929 Route Verify on FMCSA

Panhandle Moverslake Coeur D'Alene Moversbest Of Spokane M

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Panhandle Movers LLC

USDOT: 3867531
MC: 1414914
Based in: Post Falls, ID 83854 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 7 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 449-7742 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 56 movers in Coeur d'Alene

Tips for this move

Compare a full-service van line against a container service; for a small household the container often wins.
Ask about consolidated versus dedicated truck options—dedicated is faster but costs more.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Montgomery to Coeur d'Alene?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,680 to $3,990 for a studio, $4,020 to $5,990 for a one-bedroom, $6,710 to $9,980 for a two-bedroom, $10,730 to $15,960 for a three-bedroom and $14,750 to $21,950 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coeur d'Alene from Montgomery?

About 2,257 road miles (1,913 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 Alabama into Idaho 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 Montgomery to Coeur d'Alene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,220 to $4,540 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,030 to $4,460. 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 Montgomery–Coeur d'Alene corridor.