($1,405+) Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID Movers

Full-service moving costs from Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID

Full-service movers for the 2,436-mile relocation from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $2,429 and $10,980. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $330 - $2,200, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Philadelphia typically charge a base rate around $282 plus $130 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Philadelphia to Boise:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,429 - $5,514
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,478 - $7,604
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,277 - $10,980

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Philadelphia to Boise.

Specialty moving services from Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Philadelphia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boise, 47% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Philadelphia to Boise?

Look for Idaho Trucking Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Idaho beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID

Moving containers from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,757 and $6,355. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Philadelphia typically costs about $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Philadelphia to Boise:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,757 - $3,331
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,322 - $4,963
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,132 - $6,355

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Philadelphia, PA and Boise, ID. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $770 in Philadelphia, PA, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $83 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $165 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Philadelphia to Boise?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,436 miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boise, Idaho, running $1,405 - $3,856. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $853 - $974
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Philadelphia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Philadelphia to Boise based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,405 - $2,668
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,479 - $3,269
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,848 - $3,856

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $83 and $385.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $165.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $853 and $974 for the 2,436-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $770 for 2 movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Philadelphia to Boise?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Philadelphia, PA to Boise, ID

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Boise, Idaho. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $990 and $3,895.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Philadelphia to Boise:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,597 - $3,058
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,876 - $3,895
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,606 - $4,878

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $770.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $83 and $165 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Philadelphia to Boise?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Philadelphia, PA vs Boise, ID

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Boise, side by side with Philadelphia on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

A move from Philadelphia, PA, to Boise, ID, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,429 - $10,980 on the 2,436-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,757 - $6,355, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,405 - $3,856. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,478 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Albertsons and Albertsons Companies.