($1,339+) Boise, ID to New York City, NY Movers

Full-service moving costs from Boise, ID to NYC

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,467-mile move from Boise, Idaho, to NYC, New York, with costs ranging from $3,099 - $14,195. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $421 - $2,804. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Boise and NYC. Local movers in Boise typically start around $229 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $3,099 - $6,444
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $4,117 - $9,353
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,981 - $14,195

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 NYC.

Specialty moving services from Boise, ID to NYC

Specialty needs vary by market — 91% of Boise movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New York City, 93% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for New York State Movers & Warehousemen’s Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in New York 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 Boise, ID to NYC

Moving containers from Boise, Idaho, to NYC, New York, cost between $1,806 and $6,541. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to NYC. If you go over that window, storage in Boise adds around $85/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,806 - $3,530
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,364 - $4,622
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,030 - $6,541

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 $981 in Boise, ID. 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 $105 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $210 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 NYC, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers Boise to NYC?

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 NYC

A rental truck for this 2,467-mile move from Boise, Idaho, to NYC, New York, costs between $1,353 and $4,095. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,101 - $1,258
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• 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 NYC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,353 - $2,591
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,569 - $3,212
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,812 - $4,095

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Boise, Idaho, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $981.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $1,101 - $1,258 for the 2,467-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 $84 and $456, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $210 per night for hotel stops on the 2,467-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $421 - $631.

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

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 NYC

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Boise, Idaho, to NYC, New York. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,947 and $3,774.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,642 - $3,240
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,947 - $3,774
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,654 - $4,971

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 $105 and $210.
• 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 $981.

What are the best freight companies from Boise to NYC?

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. Frasier Transport, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Frasier Transport, 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: Boise, ID vs NYC

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in NYC, 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.