Oakland, CA

Nampa, ID → Oakland, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Nampa to Oakland

About 589 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,050–$6,030, delivery in 2–5 days, 139 carriers on the Nampa side and 832 in Oakland.

  • 589 miroad distance
  • 10 h 51 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,050–$6,0302-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 589 miles (499 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 51 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
139 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination
832 (258 interstate)

Reverse: Oakland → Nampa

Oakland sits about 589 miles southwest of Nampa, which makes this an interstate relocation from Idaho to California that most movers classify as a long-distance 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 $4,050 to $6,030 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 10 h 51 min.

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 832 around Oakland (258 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 Oakland.

Nampa has a population of about 120,384 and Oakland about 440,838. Oakland is the denser city (7,883 people per square mile versus 2,991 in Nampa), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California 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 Nampa to Oakland

Full-service estimate for 589 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,620 $1,980 $2,410
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,430 $2,970 $3,620
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,050 $4,940 $6,030
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,490 $7,910 $9,650
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,920 $10,880 $13,270

Rental truck (DIY)

$900–$1,280

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

Portable container

$1,550–$2,270

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

Full-service mover

$4,050–$6,030

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

Moving cost calculator

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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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All 139 movers in Nampa

Near Oakland (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Waters Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1125579
MC
481361
Based in
Martinez, CA 94553 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
35 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2970
MC
138953
Based in
Union City, CA 94587 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

All 832 movers in Oakland

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,620 to $2,410 for a studio, $2,430 to $3,620 for a one-bedroom, $4,050 to $6,030 for a two-bedroom, $6,490 to $9,650 for a three-bedroom and $8,920 to $13,270 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Oakland from Nampa?

About 589 road miles (499 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 51 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 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 California 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 Oakland?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $900 to $1,280 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,550 to $2,270. 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–Oakland corridor.