Twin Falls, ID → San Mateo, CA · Long-distance move

Movers from Twin Falls to San Mateo

About 637 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,190–$6,230, delivery in 2–5 days, 84 carriers on the Twin Falls side and 332 in San Mateo.

637 miroad distance
11 h 41 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,190–$6,2302-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Twin Falls, Idaho
To: San Mateo, California
Road distance: ≈ 637 miles (540 straight-line)
Drive time: 11 h 41 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 84 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination: 332 (93 interstate)

Reverse: San Mateo → Twin Falls

San Mateo sits about 637 miles southwest of Twin Falls, 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 $4,190 to $6,230 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 11 h 41 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 332 around San Mateo (93 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 San Mateo.

Twin Falls has a population of about 55,000 and San Mateo about 103,337. San Mateo is the denser city (8,732 people per square mile versus 2,644 in Twin Falls), 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 Twin Falls to San Mateo

Full-service estimate for 637 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,680	$2,040	$2,490
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,510	$3,060	$3,740
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,190	$5,110	$6,230
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,700	$8,170	$9,970
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,210	$11,240	$13,710

Rental truck (DIY)

$950–$1,350

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

Portable container

$1,590–$2,340

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

Full-service mover

$4,190–$6,230

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 San Mateo (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Act 2 Services INC

USDOT: 1701515
MC: 624529
Based in: Brisbane, CA 94005 (10 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (415) 468-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Pacific Coast Container INC

USDOT: 555398
MC: 274237
Based in: San Leandro, CA 94577 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered: 1994

Call (510) 346-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2107877
MC: 736145
Based in: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (650) 873-3888 Route Verify on FMCSA

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3492133
MC: 1149694
Based in: San Mateo, CA 94401 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (650) 229-4480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Crown Worldwide Moving And Storage LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2970
MC: 138953
Based in: Union City, CA 94587 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (510) 614-4105 Route Verify on FMCSA

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1279465
MC: 559129
Based in: Burlingame, CA 94010 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (650) 552-9928 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nor-Cal Moving Services

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1844592
MC: 670818
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 23 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (510) 780-2692 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ontrack Moving LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2551548
MC: 889001
Based in: Hayward, CA 94545 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2014

Call (510) 751-9113 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 332 movers in San Mateo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Twin Falls to San Mateo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,680 to $2,490 for a studio, $2,510 to $3,740 for a one-bedroom, $4,190 to $6,230 for a two-bedroom, $6,700 to $9,970 for a three-bedroom and $9,210 to $13,710 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Mateo from Twin Falls?

About 637 road miles (540 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 11 h 41 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 San Mateo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $950 to $1,350 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,590 to $2,340. 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–San Mateo corridor.