($547+) Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID Movers
The cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID ranges from $1,213 to $8,154, with an average cost of $2,850. Moves can be as low as $547 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 841 miles and usually takes 2 to 7 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
Moving options from Los Angeles to Boise fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,213 - $8,154 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $2,850, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 30% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 60% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 841 miles and typically takes 2 to 7 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 841-mile route from Los Angeles to Boise, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $1,213 - $4,302, container $1,067 - $2,028, rental truck $598 - $1,053, freight trailer $999 - $1,879.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $2,403 - $5,612, container $1,357 - $2,732, rental truck $628 - $1,264, freight trailer $1,063 - $2,274.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $3,991 - $8,154, container $1,879 - $3,641, rental truck $739 - $1,534, freight trailer $1,489 - $2,999.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated October 6, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
Full-service movers for the 841-mile relocation from Los Angeles, California, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,213 and $8,154. 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 $434 - $2,896, 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 Los Angeles typically charge a base rate around $200 plus $100 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Los Angeles to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,213 - $4,302
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,403 - $5,612
- 4+ bedrooms: $3,991 - $8,154
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 Los Angeles to Boise.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to Idaho. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: The summer months (May - September) are the busiest time of year for movers during peak moving season, which drives up prices and limits scheduling options. If you can move in the fall or winter, you'll likely find better rates and more flexibility.
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Specialty moving services from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Los Angeles movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Boise, 91% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing100% of local movers | $724 - $7,240 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready88% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $290 - $1,738/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $434 - $3,475 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage41% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs55% of local movers | $1,448 - $4,344 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $3,620 - $14,480 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $1,085 - $2,061 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items68% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,448 - $3,620 |
| Piano | Any piano type79% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: Rigo's Moving Company Inc | $1,158 - $5,068 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling44% of local movers | $434 - $2,172 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect31% of local movers21% nationallyTop pick: SOS Moving, LLC | $941 - $2,896 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $434 - $21,720+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $434 - $5,068+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Los Angeles to Boise?
Movers licensed to operate in Idaho are typically members of the Idaho Trucking 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 Los Angeles, CA. 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 Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
Moving containers from Los Angeles, California, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,067 and $3,641. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Los Angeles runs about $110/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Los Angeles to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,067 - $2,028
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,357 - $2,732
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,879 - $3,641
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,014 in Los Angeles, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
- Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $109 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $217 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
- Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Boise, ID, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to Idaho 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 $1,067. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,357 - $2,732, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Los Angeles to Boise?
- 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles:
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
- Seka Moving (5.0/5), 8 years in business
- Sterling Van Lines (4.6/5), 35 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
Truck rentals from Los Angeles, California, to Boise, Idaho, range from $598 - $1,534 for the 841-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:
- Fuel for the drive: $387 - $443
- Daily insurance: $43/day
- Equipment rentals: $10 - $29
- Los Angeles daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| 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 Los Angeles to Boise based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $598 - $1,053
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $628 - $1,264
- 4+ bedrooms: $739 - $1,534
Pro tip: The base rate of $598 - $1,534 is just the starting point for a rental truck move from Los Angeles to Boise. Fuel ($387 - $443) , lodging at around $217/night, meals, and equipment rentals are all on top of that. Factor in an extra $600 - $1,200 to get a realistic picture of what the move will actually cost.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Los Angeles, California, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $1,014.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $387 - $443 for the 841-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 $87 and $471, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $217 per night for hotel stops on the 841-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $434 - $652.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Los Angeles to Boise?
- 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 Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID
For larger DIY moves from Los Angeles, California, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Boise, Idaho.
Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,063 and $2,274.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Los Angeles to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $999 - $1,879
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,063 - $2,274
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,489 - $2,999
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?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Los Angeles, California, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $1,014.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $109 - $217 per additional foot to your total.
- Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.
What are the best freight companies from Los Angeles to Boise?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.
- Sea-Logix, LLC (4.7/5 stars): Sea-Logix, LLC is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.
Pro tip: One of the biggest advantages of freight trailers is speed. For an interstate move, freight delivery is one of the fastest options you have short of driving a rental truck yourself. It's a smart choice when your timeline is firm and you'll be ready to receive your shipment. If there's any chance your new place won't be ready or you need a few weeks of storage, a moving container with built-in storage may serve you better.
Cost of living: Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Los Angeles, CA | Boise, ID |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 162 | 119 |
| Average rent | $2,960/mo | $1,495/mo |
| Median home value | $878,142 | $455,253 |
| Average income | $80,366/yr | $81,308/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 10.6% | 3.6% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | Up to 5.8% |
| Walkability score | 69/100 | 88/100 |
| Safety index | 46.19/100 | 65.01/100 |
| Air quality | Moderate | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Boise, ID to Los Angeles, CA guide.
Why moveBuddha is the smarter way to find a mover:
Over the last 3 months, moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from California to Idaho, so we know current pricing better than most. Checking our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates. California alone has 377 movers in our database, worth knowing for a 841-mile move like this one.
Our take
How you handle your interstate move from Los Angeles, CA, to Boise, ID, 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 $1,213 - $8,154 on the 841-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,067 - $3,641 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $598 - $1,534 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,403 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 Albertsons and Albertsons Companies.
FAQs: Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Boise, ID
How walkable is Boise?
Boise has a walkability score of 88 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 99, compared to 69 and 59 in Los Angeles. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
Is Boise a safe place to live?
Boise has a safety index of 65.01 out of 100 and a crime index of 34.99, compared to 46.19 and 53.81 in Los Angeles. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID?
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.
What is the best time of year to move from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
How long does a move from Los Angeles, CA to Boise, ID take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 5 - 7 days, since carriers consolidate shipments heading the same direction. Freight trailers are usually the fastest option outside of driving yourself, with deliveries in 3 - 5 days, 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 percentage of Los Angeles movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 79% of movers in Los Angeles handle piano moves, and 68% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.