($472+) Billings, MT to Boise, ID Movers

Full-service moving costs from Billings, MT to Boise, ID

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 614-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Boise, Idaho, with prices running from $1,699 - $9,542. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $314 - $2,092 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Billings and Boise are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Billings movers tend to run around $259 as a base rate plus $105/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,699 - $4,759
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,540 - $6,320
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,468 - $9,542

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 Billings to Boise.

Specialty moving services from Billings, MT to Boise, ID

Specialty needs vary by market: 67% of Billings 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 Billings to Boise?

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Idaho Trucking Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Billings, MT to Boise, ID

Moving containers from Billings, Montana, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,019 and $3,191. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Billings typically runs around $55/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,019 - $1,732
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,257 - $2,493
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,728 - $3,191

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Billings, MT 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 $732 in Billings, MT, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $157 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 Billings 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 Billings, MT to Boise, ID

A rental truck for this 614-mile move from Billings, Montana, to Boise, Idaho, costs between $472 and $1,276. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $204 - $234
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Billings daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $472 - $873
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $490 - $1,006
• 4+ bedrooms: $648 - $1,276

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Billings, Montana, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $732.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $204 - $234 for the 614-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $63 and $340, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $157 per night for hotel stops on the 614-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $314 - $471.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Billings 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 Billings, MT to Boise, ID

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Billings, Montana, 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 $941 and $1,995.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $918 - $1,623
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $965 - $1,995
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,302 - $2,553

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $78 - $157 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Billings, Montana, typically costs $732.

What are the best freight companies from Billings 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: Billings, MT 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 Billings 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

The 614-mile move from Billings, MT, to Boise, ID, costs between $1,699 and $9,542 with full-service movers, $1,019 - $3,191 with a moving container, and $472 - $1,276 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,540 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer support.

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