Nampa, ID → Dover, DE · Cross-country move

Movers from Nampa to Dover

About 2,511 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $7,570–$11,260, delivery in 7–14 days, 139 carriers on the Nampa side and 143 in Dover.

2,511 miroad distance
44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
7–14 daysdelivery window
$7,570–$11,2602-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Nampa, Idaho
To: Dover, Delaware
Road distance: ≈ 2,511 miles (2,128 straight-line)
Drive time: 44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window: 7–14 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 139 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination: 143 (103 interstate)

Reverse: Dover → Nampa

The route from Nampa, ID to Dover, DE covers roughly 2,511 miles by road, a east-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 $7,570 to $11,260 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 44 hours (5 driving days).

On the Nampa side there are 139 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (106 of them authorized for interstate work), and 143 around Dover (103 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 Dover.

Nampa has a population of about 120,384 and Dover about 40,000. Nampa is considerably denser (2,991 people per square mile versus 1,654), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Nampa to Dover

Full-service estimate for 2,511 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$3,030	$3,690	$4,510
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$4,540	$5,540	$6,760
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$7,570	$9,230	$11,260
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$12,110	$14,770	$18,020
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$16,660	$20,310	$24,780

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,480–$4,910

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

Portable container

$3,260–$4,800

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

Full-service mover

$7,570–$11,260

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Nampa (origin)

Capital Distributing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 762129
MC: 455079
Based in: Caldwell, ID 83605 (7 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 (8 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 (7 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 (7 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 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 968-4042 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cx Northwest INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 581874
MC: 281914
Based in: Nampa, ID 83687 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (208) 466-8276 Route Verify on FMCSA

Best Coast Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2165962
MC: 752622
Based in: Nampa, ID 83651 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (253) 397-9173 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brutsman Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2336341
MC: 841482
Based in: Star, ID 83669 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 11 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (208) 870-2898 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 139 movers in Nampa

Near Dover (destination)

Em Way INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1934741
MC: 690698
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 100 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (302) 450-3272 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tri-Coast Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 1510668
MC: 566208
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 66 trucks, 60 drivers
USDOT registered: 2006

Call (713) 451-8884 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Jkb Corp

USDOT: 2546977
MC: 886752
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (302) 734-5017 Route Verify on FMCSA

Collett & Son Welding INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 872818
MC: 903323
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (302) 376-1830 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mom Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3876998
MC: 1421184
Based in: Dover, DE 19901 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (302) 264-0450 Route Verify on FMCSA

Benjamin Mast

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4262251
MC: 1653912
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (302) 632-7389 Route Verify on FMCSA

A & D Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3100720
MC: 77314
Based in: Dover, DE 19904 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (609) 816-6185 Route Verify on FMCSA

R Gill USA Corporation

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3621695
MC: 1237363
Based in: Smyrna, DE 19977 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (610) 477-5003 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 143 movers in Dover

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Nampa to Dover?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,030 to $4,510 for a studio, $4,540 to $6,760 for a one-bedroom, $7,570 to $11,260 for a two-bedroom, $12,110 to $18,020 for a three-bedroom and $16,660 to $24,780 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Dover from Nampa?

About 2,511 road miles (2,128 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 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 Delaware 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 Nampa to Dover?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,480 to $4,910 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,260 to $4,800. 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 Nampa–Dover corridor.