Idaho Falls, ID

Yakima, WA → Idaho Falls, ID · Long-distance move

Movers from Yakima to Idaho Falls

About 551 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,770–$5,610, delivery in 2–5 days, 60 carriers on the Yakima side and 81 in Idaho Falls.

  • 551 miroad distance
  • 10 h 12 mindriving time
  • 2–5 daysdelivery window
  • $3,770–$5,6102-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 551 miles (467 straight-line)
Drive time
10 h 12 min
Delivery window
2–5 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
60 (34 interstate)
Movers at destination
81 (67 interstate)

Reverse: Idaho Falls → Yakima

Idaho Falls sits about 551 miles southeast of Yakima, which makes this an interstate relocation from Washington 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 $3,770 to $5,610 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 10 h 12 min.

On the Yakima side there are 60 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (34 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.

Yakima has a population of about 98,000 and Idaho Falls about 68,000. Yakima is considerably denser (3,481 people per square mile versus 2,440), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. 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 Yakima to Idaho Falls

Full-service estimate for 551 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,510 $1,840 $2,240
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $2,260 $2,760 $3,370
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $3,770 $4,600 $5,610
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $6,040 $7,360 $8,980
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $8,300 $10,120 $12,350

Rental truck (DIY)

$870–$1,220

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

Portable container

$1,510–$2,220

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

Full-service mover

$3,770–$5,610

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

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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 Yakima (origin)

Floyd Blinsky Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
328687
MC
214356
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
86 trucks, 86 drivers
USDOT registered
1988

Move Northwest Olympic Move Group

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2447936
MC
135847
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Larch Transport

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2433537
MC
925760
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
5 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2013

Mendez Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3170358
MC
1262505
Based in
Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2018

Ibarra Moving

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2901207
MC
975959
Based in
Yakima, WA 98902 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016

Buff Guy Moving LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4539745
MC
1801352
Based in
Yakima, WA 98901 (11 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2026

Ronald James Kerr

Licensed interstate
USDOT
573046
MC
278738
Based in
Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Castillo Bros Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1543366
MC
574001
Based in
Yakima, WA 98908 (12 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2006

All 60 movers in Yakima

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 Yakima to Idaho Falls?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,510 to $2,240 for a studio, $2,260 to $3,370 for a one-bedroom, $3,770 to $5,610 for a two-bedroom, $6,040 to $8,980 for a three-bedroom and $8,300 to $12,350 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Idaho Falls from Yakima?

About 551 road miles (467 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 10 h 12 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 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 Yakima to Idaho Falls?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $870 to $1,220 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,510 to $2,220. 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 Yakima–Idaho Falls corridor.