Pasadena, CA

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

Movers from Nampa to Pasadena

About 775 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,570–$6,800, delivery in 2–5 days, 139 carriers on the Nampa side and 822 in Pasadena.

  • 775 miroad distance
  • 14 h 4 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $4,570–$6,8002-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 775 miles (657 straight-line)
Drive time
14 h 4 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
139 (106 interstate)
Movers at destination
822 (337 interstate)

Reverse: Pasadena → Nampa

Pasadena sits about 775 miles south 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 $4,570 to $6,800 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 14 h 4 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 822 around Pasadena (337 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 Pasadena.

Nampa has a population of about 120,384 and Pasadena about 135,804. Pasadena is the denser city (6,030 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 Pasadena

Full-service estimate for 775 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,830 $2,230 $2,720
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,740 $3,350 $4,080
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $4,570 $5,580 $6,800
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $7,320 $8,920 $10,890
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $10,060 $12,270 $14,970

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,100–$1,550

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

Portable container

$1,710–$2,520

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

Full-service mover

$4,570–$6,800

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 Pasadena (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
9853
MC
139496
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
480301
MC
619388
Based in
Commerce, CA 90022 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
424572
Based in
Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1990

Arru Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4420956
MC
1738102
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90029 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
52 trucks, 180 drivers
USDOT registered
2025

Ing Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1778992
MC
648911
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
50 trucks, 21 drivers
USDOT registered
2008

Saba Couriers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3182236
MC
127315
Based in
Burbank, CA 91505 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
45 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Liberty Linehaul West INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
282762
MC
208837
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 53 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

All 822 movers in Pasadena

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,830 to $2,720 for a studio, $2,740 to $4,080 for a one-bedroom, $4,570 to $6,800 for a two-bedroom, $7,320 to $10,890 for a three-bedroom and $10,060 to $14,970 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Pasadena from Nampa?

About 775 road miles (657 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 14 h 4 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 Pasadena?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,100 to $1,550 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,710 to $2,520. 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–Pasadena corridor.