Idaho Falls, ID

Santa Fe, NM → Idaho Falls, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Santa Fe to Idaho Falls

About 742 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,860–$5,750, delivery in 2–5 days, 25 carriers on the Santa Fe side and 81 in Idaho Falls.

  • 742 miroad distance
  • 13 h 30 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,860–$5,7502-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 742 miles (629 straight-line)
Drive time
13 h 30 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
25 (11 interstate)
Movers at destination
81 (67 interstate)

Reverse: Idaho Falls → Santa Fe

Idaho Falls sits about 742 miles northwest of Santa Fe, which makes this an interstate relocation from New Mexico 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 $3,860 to $5,750 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 13 h 30 min.

On the Santa Fe side there are 25 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (11 of them authorized for interstate work), and 81 around Idaho Falls (67 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 Idaho Falls.

Santa Fe has a population of about 90,000 and Idaho Falls about 68,000. Idaho Falls is the denser city (2,440 people per square mile versus 1,675 in Santa Fe), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day.

Cost of moving from Santa Fe to Idaho Falls

Full-service estimate for 742 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,550 $1,880 $2,300
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,320 $2,830 $3,450
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,860 $4,710 $5,750
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,180 $7,540 $9,200
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,500 $10,360 $12,650

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,060–$1,500

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

Portable container

$1,680–$2,470

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

Full-service mover

$3,860–$5,750

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 Santa Fe (origin)

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3240298
MC
1017620
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Pro-Move Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3942498
MC
1464643
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2022

Johnson Southwest Moving Systems

Licensed interstate
USDOT
496334
MC
256060
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1992

Ahl

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
295148
MC
283301
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
3 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

J & L Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2475716
MC
856379
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2014

Yanez Logistics LLC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
3782449
MC
1354533
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
2021

Gonzales & Sons Trucking

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
626351
MC
330221
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
1996

Wilson Transfer & Storage INC

Intrastate carrier
USDOT
1195329
Based in
Santa Fe, NM 87507 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

All 25 movers in Santa Fe

Near Idaho Falls (destination)

Eagle Eye Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
703047
MC
325275
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
81 trucks, 83 drivers
USDOT registered
1997

Roamer Transport INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2440532
MC
841900
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
44 trucks, 47 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Riverbend Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4029917
MC
1522242
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 33 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Interwest Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
205985
MC
743698
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1981

Pocono Coast West LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2154977
MC
749168
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
22 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Jay Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
278984
MC
446913
Based in
Rigby, ID 83442 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1986

Cci Transport & Crane INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
604468
MC
291186
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83402 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
16 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered
1995

Purple Sage Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
553451
MC
273602
Based in
Idaho Falls, ID 83401 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 81 movers in Idaho Falls

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Santa Fe to Idaho Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,550 to $2,300 for a studio, $2,320 to $3,450 for a one-bedroom, $3,860 to $5,750 for a two-bedroom, $6,180 to $9,200 for a three-bedroom and $8,500 to $12,650 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Idaho Falls from Santa Fe?

About 742 road miles (629 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 13 h 30 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 New Mexico 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 Santa Fe to Idaho Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,060 to $1,500 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,680 to $2,470. 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 Santa Fe–Idaho Falls corridor.