Pierre, SD → Coeur d'Alene, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Pierre to Coeur d'Alene

About 969 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,430–$6,590, delivery in 2–5 days, 2 carriers on the Pierre side and 56 in Coeur d'Alene.

969 miroad distance
17 h 24 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,430–$6,5902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Pierre, South Dakota
To: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Road distance: ≈ 969 miles (821 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 24 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 2 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 56 (45 interstate)

Reverse: Coeur d'Alene → Pierre

Coeur d'Alene sits about 969 miles west of Pierre, which makes this an interstate relocation from South Dakota to Idaho 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 $4,430 to $6,590 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 17 h 24 min.

On the Pierre side there are 2 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 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.

Pierre has a population of about 14,000 and Coeur d'Alene about 58,000. Coeur d'Alene is the denser city (3,390 people per square mile versus 1,082 in Pierre), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. Note that Idaho does collect a state income tax, unlike South Dakota, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Pierre to Coeur d'Alene

Full-service estimate for 969 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,770	$2,160	$2,640
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,660	$3,240	$3,960
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,430	$5,410	$6,590
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$7,090	$8,650	$10,550
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,750	$11,890	$14,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,450–$2,040

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

Portable container

$1,880–$2,770

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

Full-service mover

$4,430–$6,590

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Pierre (origin)

Charles Baker Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 234062
MC: 210452
Based in: Murdo, SD 57559 (37 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 1983

Call (605) 669-2100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Darrel Hinkle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2340535
MC: 799203
Based in: Holabird, SD 57540 (36 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (605) 852-2298 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 2 movers in Pierre

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

Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Coeur d'Alene if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.
Verify the carrier's USDOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA site before paying a deposit.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,770 to $2,640 for a studio, $2,660 to $3,960 for a one-bedroom, $4,430 to $6,590 for a two-bedroom, $7,090 to $10,550 for a three-bedroom and $9,750 to $14,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Coeur d'Alene from Pierre?

About 969 road miles (821 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 24 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 South Dakota 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 Pierre to Coeur d'Alene?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,450 to $2,040 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,880 to $2,770. 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 Pierre–Coeur d'Alene corridor.