($1,252+) Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID Movers

Full-service moving costs from Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,102-mile move from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Boise, Idaho, with prices running from $2,644 - $12,266. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $308 - $2,056 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Knoxville and Boise are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Knoxville movers tend to run around $170 as a base rate plus $113/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,644 - $6,105
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,576 - $7,864
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,985 - $12,266

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 Knoxville to Boise.

Specialty moving services from Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID

Specialty needs vary by market — 67% of Knoxville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boise, 91% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Knoxville 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 Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID

Moving containers from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,647 and $6,067. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Knoxville costs roughly $60/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,647 - $3,169
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,242 - $4,673
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,893 - $6,067

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Knoxville, TN 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 $720 in Knoxville, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $77 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $154 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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,102 miles from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Boise, Idaho, running $1,214 - $3,665. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $688 - $786
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Knoxville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,214 - $2,538
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,314 - $2,847
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,797 - $3,665

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 $77 and $360.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $154.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $688 and $786 for the 2,102-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 $720 for 2 movers in Knoxville, Tennessee, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Knoxville 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 Knoxville, TN to Boise, ID

If you're moving a larger household from Knoxville, Tennessee, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Boise, Idaho.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,688 and $3,811.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,575 - $3,086
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,688 - $3,811
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,364 - $5,151

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 Knoxville, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $720.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $77 and $154 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Knoxville to Boise?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Hittman Transport Services, Inc. (4.26/5 stars): Hittman Transport Services, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville 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.