($1,239+) Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL Movers

Full-service moving costs from Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL

For the 2,146-mile move from Boise, Idaho, to Montgomery, Alabama, full-service movers cost between $3,123 and $13,811. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $309 - $2,060 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Boise generally start around $229 plus $100 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,123 - $7,087
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,401 - $9,277
• 4+ bedrooms: $8,416 - $13,811

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 Boise to Montgomery.

Specialty moving services from Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Boise movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Montgomery, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Alabama Trucking Association, the group most Alabama movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL

Moving containers from Boise, Idaho, to Montgomery, Alabama, cost between $1,762 and $6,175. 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 Boise typically runs around $85/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,762 - $3,257
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,147 - $4,614
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,128 - $6,175

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Boise, ID and Montgomery, AL. 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 $721 in Boise, ID, 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 $155 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 Boise to Montgomery?

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 Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL

Truck rentals from Boise, Idaho, to Montgomery, Alabama, range from $1,227 - $3,668 for the 2,146-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $703 - $804
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Boise daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,416
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,383 - $3,023
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,832 - $3,668

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $703 - $804 for the 2,146-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Boise, Idaho, for about 5 hours typically costs around $721.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,146-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $155 per night, adding $309 - $464 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $309.

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

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 Boise, ID to Montgomery, AL

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Boise, Idaho, to Montgomery, Alabama. 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 $927 and $3,543.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,539 - $2,812
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,700 - $3,543
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,356 - $4,891

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $77 and $155.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Boise, Idaho, for roughly five hours typically average $721.

What are the best freight companies from Boise to Montgomery?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Frasier Transport, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): Frasier Transport, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Boise, ID vs Montgomery, AL

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Montgomery, side by side with Boise 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.