($1,556+) Boise, ID to Portland, ME Movers
Moving from Boise, ID, to Portland, ME, runs anywhere from $1,556 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $13,423 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 2,760 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 7 to 21 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $3,040, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $13,423 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,800 - $7,279, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,556 - $4,279.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Boise, ID, to Portland, ME. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $4,678 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
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Compare moving options from Boise, ID to Portland, ME
There are 3 main ways to move from Boise to Portland: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service is the most expensive but covers everything from labor to transportation, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route averaging $4,678 - $9,392. Containers cost roughly 48% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 64% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 2,760 miles, expect 7 to 21 days in transit no matter which service you choose.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 2,760-mile route from Boise to Portland, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $3,040 - $6,917 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,800 - $3,577), rental truck ($1,556 - $2,958), or freight trailer ($1,774 - $3,285). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $4,678 - $9,392 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $13,423.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Boise, ID to Portland, ME
For the 2,760-mile move from Boise, Idaho, to Portland, Maine, full-service movers cost between $3,040 and $13,423. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $349 - $2,324 (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 Portland:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,040 - $6,917
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,678 - $9,392
- 4+ bedrooms: $8,460 - $13,423
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 Portland.
Pro tip: Peak moving season (May - September) limits truck availability and pushes up full-service moving costs. Booking during slower months can give you more scheduling room and a lower final price.
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Specialty moving services from Boise, ID to Portland, ME
Specialty needs vary by market: 47% of Boise movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Portland, 50% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing66% of local movers | $581 - $5,810 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready47% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $232 - $1,394/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $349 - $2,789 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage11% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs41% of local movers | $1,162 - $3,486 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,905 - $11,620 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $870 - $1,654 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items5% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Lake Coeur d'Alene Movers (ID) | $1,162 - $2,905 |
| Piano | Any piano type24% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: All My Sons Moving & Storage | $930 - $4,067 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling5% of local movers | $349 - $1,743 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect3% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Lake Coeur d'Alene Movers (ID) | $755 - $2,324 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $349 - $17,430+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $349 - $4,067+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Boise to Portland?
Movers licensed to operate in Maine are typically members of the Maine Motor Transport Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national movers are consistently lower-priced than local companies in Boise, ID. Van lines spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments, while local movers tend to charge 30% - 40% more for the same distance. A direct route with a local mover averages 2-day delivery, but that added speed typically carries a higher price tag.
Moving container costs from Boise, ID to Portland, ME
Moving containers from Boise, Idaho, to Portland, Maine, cost between $1,800 and $7,279. 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 Portland:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,800 - $3,577
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,433 - $5,184
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,492 - $7,279
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $87 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $174 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
- Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $813 in Boise, ID, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
- Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Portland, ME, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Idaho to Maine move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,800. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $2,433 - $5,184.
What are the best moving containers Boise to Portland?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Boise to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Boise:
- 208 Moving Company (4.9/5), 13 years in business
- All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.7/5), 27 years in business
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.9/5), 6 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Boise, ID to Portland, ME
Plan on $1,556 - $4,279 for a rental moving truck on the 2,760-mile route from Boise, Idaho, to Portland, Maine. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $1,020 - $1,166
- Daily insurance: $35/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
- Boise daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.99
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Boise to Portland based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,556 - $2,958
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,685 - $3,591
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,151 - $4,279
Pro tip: The base rate of $1,556 - $4,279 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Boise to Portland. Fuel ($1,020 - $1,166), lodging at around $174/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in roughly $600 - $1,200 more for meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
- Lodging: Budget around $174 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
- Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Boise, Idaho, usually costs about $813 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
- Gas: Fuel for the 2,760-mile drive falls between $1,020 and $1,166, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $58 and $349 to your total.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Boise to Portland?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- 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 Portland, ME
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Boise, Idaho, to Portland, Maine. 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 $1,046 and $4,188.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Boise to Portland:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,774 - $3,285
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,888 - $4,188
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,794 - $5,879
Pro tip: Freight trailers come with a 4-foot loading ramp, which can be a challenge with bulky furniture. With 8 feet of vertical space available, stacking efficiently often requires a ladder and a plan. Since you're billed per linear foot, packing tight can make a real difference in your final cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $87 - $174 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Boise, Idaho, for about five hours typically runs $813.
What are the best freight companies from Boise to Portland?
- 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.
- 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.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Portland fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Boise, ID vs Portland, ME
Good news for your budget: Portland isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Boise. Cost of living index runs 112 there against 119 here. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 88/100 and 65.01/100 here versus 62/100 and 67.84/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Portland, ME to Boise, ID guide.
Why you should use moveBuddha to find a mover:
In the past 3 months, we've processed 10 real quotes from Idaho to Maine, so our pricing data stays current. Use our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and spot bad actors early. We track 70 movers licensed in Idaho, useful context for sizing up this 2,760-mile move.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Boise, ID, to Portland, ME, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $3,040 - $13,423 on the 2,760-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,800 - $7,279 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,556 - $4,279 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $4,678 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include TD Banknorth Inc and Maine Medical Center.
FAQs: Moving from Boise, ID, to Portland, ME
What are the best neighborhoods in Portland?
For families, Deering Center, East End, and Rosemont are worth a look in Portland. If you're moving solo or without kids, East End, West End, and West Bayside tend to be popular picks instead.
How long does a move from Boise, ID to Portland, ME take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 7 to 21 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are often one of the faster options outside of driving yourself, though you'll need to be ready to receive your shipment on arrival. Driving a rental truck yourself puts the schedule entirely in your hands.
What do local movers charge in Boise?
Local movers based in Boise typically start around $229 as a base rate, plus $100/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Portland run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Boise, ID to Portland, ME?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
How much does it cost to move from Boise, ID to Portland, ME?
Costs on this route range from around $1,556 to $13,423, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $3,040 and $13,423, while DIY options like rental trucks and containers come in lower. Moving during peak season (May - September) tends to push prices higher across the board.
What percentage of Boise movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 24% of movers in Boise handle piano moves, and 5% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.