Boise, ID

Spokane Valley, WA → Boise, ID · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Spokane Valley to Boise

About 336 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,000–$4,460, delivery in 1–3 days, 115 carriers on the Spokane Valley side and 168 in Boise.

  • 336 miroad distance
  • 6 h 30 mindriving time
  • 1–3 daysdelivery window
  • $3,000–$4,4602-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 336 miles (285 straight-line)
Drive time
6 h 30 min
Delivery window
1–3 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
115 (79 interstate)
Movers at destination
168 (127 interstate)

Reverse: Boise → Spokane Valley

The route from Spokane Valley, WA to Boise, ID covers roughly 336 miles by road, a south-bound trip that falls into the regional long-distance 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 $3,000 to $4,460 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 30 min.

On the Spokane Valley side there are 115 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (79 of them authorized for interstate work), and 168 around Boise (127 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 Boise.

Spokane Valley has a population of about 108,405 and Boise about 238,429. The two cities have comparable density (2,731 and 2,806 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Labor and living costs run lower in Idaho than in Washington, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Idaho does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Spokane Valley to Boise

Full-service estimate for 336 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,320 $1,610 $1,970
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,800 $2,200 $2,680
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,000 $3,660 $4,460
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $4,800 $5,850 $7,140
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $6,600 $8,050 $9,820

Rental truck (DIY)

$500–$700

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

Portable container

$1,320–$1,940

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

Full-service mover

$3,000–$4,460

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 Spokane Valley (origin)

Urm

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
13196
MC
237366
Based in
Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
80 trucks, 130 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Shark'S Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2415434
MC
849181
Based in
Spokane, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
45 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Restoration 1 Of Central Wa Restoration 1 Of Spokane

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4013800
MC
1512023
Based in
Spokane Vly, WA 99206 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
33 trucks, 74 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Evergreen State Towing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1970117
MC
817483
Based in
Spokane, WA 99217 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
21 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

Paradise Amusements

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1428525
Based in
Post Falls, ID 83854 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Inland Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2380414
MC
817510
Based in
Spokane, WA 99208 (13 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Five Star Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1976998
MC
699121
Based in
Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
18 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered
2009

I D Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2179825
MC
756919
Based in
Spokane, WA 99202 (7 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
15 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

All 115 movers in Spokane Valley

Near Boise (destination)

Albertson'S LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
45225
MC
146452
Based in
Boise, ID 83726 (0 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
402 trucks, 488 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

J R Simplot Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
62813
MC
167150
Based in
Boise, ID 83702 (6 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
169 trucks, 178 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Scandinavian Designs

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2671154
MC
1115357
Based in
Boise, ID 83706 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
59 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2015

USA Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1189943
MC
475067
Based in
Meridian, ID 83642 (9 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
49 trucks, 50 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Peasley Transfer & Storage Co

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
62670
MC
3249
Based in
Boise, ID 83706 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Muza-Pro LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3087546
MC
81853
Based in
Meridian, ID 83646 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

L & R Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2912146
MC
981293
Based in
Kuna, ID 83634 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
20 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Cx Northwest INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
581874
MC
281914
Based in
Nampa, ID 83687 (15 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
19 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

All 168 movers in Boise

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Spokane Valley to Boise?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,320 to $1,970 for a studio, $1,800 to $2,680 for a one-bedroom, $3,000 to $4,460 for a two-bedroom, $4,800 to $7,140 for a three-bedroom and $6,600 to $9,820 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Boise from Spokane Valley?

About 336 road miles (285 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 30 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Washington 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 Spokane Valley to Boise?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $500 to $700 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,320 to $1,940. 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 Spokane Valley–Boise corridor.