Twin Falls, ID → Chico, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Twin Falls to Chico

About 506 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,820–$5,690, delivery in 2–5 days, 84 carriers on the Twin Falls side and 47 in Chico.

506 miroad distance
9 h 25 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,820–$5,6902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Twin Falls, Idaho
To: Chico, California
Road distance: ≈ 506 miles (429 straight-line)
Drive time: 9 h 25 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 47 (22 interstate)

Reverse: Chico → Twin Falls

The route from Twin Falls, ID to Chico, CA covers roughly 506 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the 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 $3,820 to $5,690 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 9 h 25 min.

On the Twin Falls side there are 84 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 47 around Chico (22 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 Chico.

Twin Falls has a population of about 55,000 and Chico about 105,081. The two cities have comparable density (2,644 and 2,976 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. 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 Twin Falls to Chico

Full-service estimate for 506 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,530	$1,860	$2,270
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,290	$2,800	$3,410
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,820	$4,660	$5,690
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,120	$7,460	$9,100
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$8,410	$10,250	$12,510

Rental truck (DIY)

$820–$1,160

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

Portable container

$1,470–$2,160

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

Full-service mover

$3,820–$5,690

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Twin Falls (origin)

Giltner Transportation INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 846075
MC: 374966
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 201 trucks, 189 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (208) 324-4255 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arco Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Arco Freight LLC

USDOT: 3113190
MC: 83793
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (208) 324-4706 Route Verify on FMCSA

Avb Home Restoration LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3795976
MC: 1364430
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 14 trucks, 15 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (208) 358-4460 Route Verify on FMCSA

Estrada Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2409263
MC: 980472
Based in: Jerome, ID 83338 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (208) 539-1128 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dr Jemal Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3466593
MC: 1160686
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (208) 971-3572 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ridley'S Family Markets INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 874578
MC: 498481
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2000

Call (208) 324-4633 Route Verify on FMCSA

Emf Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2182901
MC: 757937
Based in: Filer, ID 83328 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (208) 326-3407 Route Verify on FMCSA

Blue Sky Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296392
MC: 503492
Based in: Twin Falls, ID 83301 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (208) 329-1331 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 84 movers in Twin Falls

Near Chico (destination)

S And L Food Sales

Licensed interstate

Legal name: S&l Meat Sales Company

USDOT: 2616732
MC: 1018786
Based in: Chico, CA 95927 (0 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 26 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 343-7953 Verify on FMCSA

Murdock'S Moving & Hauling INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3421940
MC: 1416634
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (530) 354-8089 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Dream Moore Incorporated

USDOT: 1632139
MC: 601878
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 13 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (530) 895-8871 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cleanrite Cleaning & Restoration

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Cleanrite INC

USDOT: 2672752
MC: 1291331
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 9 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (530) 891-0333 Route Verify on FMCSA

Straight Path Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2460069
MC: 849884
Based in: Chico, CA 95926 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2013

Call (530) 720-8915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Zepeda'S Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Ulises Zepeda

USDOT: 3369808
MC: 1080234
Based in: Chico, CA 95928 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (530) 519-5521 Route Verify on FMCSA

We Move Anything

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Wade Logan

USDOT: 1216126
MC: 507371
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (530) 896-0348 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lifestyle Auto LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4350535
MC: 1700995
Based in: Chico, CA 95973 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (754) 317-8314 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 47 movers in Chico

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Twin Falls to Chico?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,530 to $2,270 for a studio, $2,290 to $3,410 for a one-bedroom, $3,820 to $5,690 for a two-bedroom, $6,120 to $9,100 for a three-bedroom and $8,410 to $12,510 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Chico from Twin Falls?

About 506 road miles (429 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 25 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 Twin Falls to Chico?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $820 to $1,160 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,470 to $2,160. 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 Twin Falls–Chico corridor.