($907+) Boise, ID to McKinney, TX Movers
Moving from Boise, ID, to McKinney, TX, runs anywhere from $907 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $11,743 for full-service movers handling a larger 4+ bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,596 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 4 to 15 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 $2,665, while larger 4+ bedroom relocations can reach $11,743 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,437 - $4,656, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $907 - $2,663.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Boise, ID, to McKinney, TX. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,484 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 McKinney, TX
There are 3 main ways to move from Boise to McKinney: 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 $3,484 - $8,172. Containers cost roughly 46% less than full-service for the same home size, and rental trucks run about 70% less, though loading is on you with either DIY option. At 1,596 miles, expect 4 to 15 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 1,596-mile route from Boise to McKinney, broken down by home size:
- A studio or 1-bedroom move runs $2,665 - $6,004 with full-service movers, $1,437 - $2,674 with a container, $907 - $1,742 with a rental truck, or $1,268 - $2,241 by freight.
- A 2 - 3 bedroom home costs $3,484 - $8,172 full-service, $1,873 - $3,590 by container, $1,033 - $2,136 by rental truck, or $1,499 - $2,989 by freight.
- A larger 4+ bedroom household runs $6,617 - $11,743 full-service, $2,356 - $4,656 by container, $1,263 - $2,663 by rental truck, or $1,943 - $3,803 by freight.
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 McKinney, TX
Full-service movers for the 1,596-mile relocation from Boise, Idaho, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $2,665 and $11,743. 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 $349 - $2,324, 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 Boise typically charge a base rate around $229 plus $100 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Boise to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,665 - $6,004
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,484 - $8,172
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,617 - $11,743
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 McKinney.
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 Boise, ID to McKinney, TX
Specialty needs vary by market: 47% of Boise movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In McKinney, 59% 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 McKinney?
Southwest Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Texas, on top of the picks below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing means no surprise charges on moving day, and their support team is consistently rated among the most responsive in the industry.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here, 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, with 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 carriers are typically lower-priced than local moving companies in Boise, ID. At that distance, local movers often charge 30% - 40% more because they don't spread long-haul costs across multiple shipments the way national carriers do. If a direct route and faster delivery (averaging 2 days) are priorities, a local mover may be worth considering, but that service comes at a higher price.
Moving container costs from Boise, ID to McKinney, TX
Moving containers from Boise, Idaho, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,437 and $4,656. 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 Boise runs about $85/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Boise to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,437 - $2,674
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,873 - $3,590
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,356 - $4,656
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 McKinney, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Idaho to Texas 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 $1,437. 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 $1,873 - $3,590.
What are the best moving containers Boise to McKinney?
- 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 McKinney, TX
Plan on $907 - $2,663 for a rental moving truck on the 1,596-mile route from Boise, Idaho, to McKinney, Texas. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $590 - $674
- 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 McKinney based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $907 - $1,742
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,033 - $2,136
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,263 - $2,663
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $907 - $2,663 does not include fuel ($590 - $674), lodging ($174/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Boise to McKinney typically runs more than the base rate alone, with meals, equipment, and other extras adding roughly $600 - $1,200 on top of fuel and lodging.
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 1,596-mile drive falls between $590 and $674, 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 McKinney?
- 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 McKinney, TX
If you're moving a larger household from Boise, Idaho, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to McKinney, Texas.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,499 and $2,989.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Boise to McKinney:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,268 - $2,241
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,499 - $2,989
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,943 - $3,803
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Boise, Idaho, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $813.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $87 - $174 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 Boise to McKinney?
- 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.
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: Boise, ID vs McKinney, TX
Day-to-day costs in McKinney are close to what you're used to in Boise: cost of living index of 112 versus 119, with average rent of $2,300/mo compared to $1,495/mo. With an index gap that small, budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. For reference, walkability and safety scores are 88/100 and 65.01/100 in Boise versus 27/100 and 78.52/100 in McKinney.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our McKinney, TX to Boise, ID guide.
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We've processed 10 real quotes from Idaho to Texas over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 70 movers in our Idaho network to compare for this 1,596-mile move.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,596-mile route from Boise, ID, to McKinney, TX, run $2,665 - $11,743 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,437 - $4,656, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $907 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,484, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Globe Life and SRS Distribution.
FAQs: Moving from Boise, ID, to McKinney, TX
How much does it cost to move from Boise, ID to McKinney, TX?
Costs on this route range from around $907 to $11,743, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,665 and $11,743, 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 is the cheapest way to move from Boise, ID to McKinney, TX?
Renting a moving truck is almost always the most affordable option, since you handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself. A 2-bedroom rental truck move on this route averages $1,033 - $2,136. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What extra costs come with a truck rental on this route?
The base rate only covers the vehicle. Expect to add fuel ($590 - $674), daily insurance ($35/day), and equipment rentals ($8 - $23) on top. Overnight stops can add another $174/night for lodging if your drive spans more than a day.
How long does a move from Boise, ID to McKinney, TX take?
Full-service movers and container companies typically complete this route in 4 to 15 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 is the best time of year to move from Boise, ID to McKinney, TX?
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. Texas also has a hurricane season running June through November, worth factoring into your timing if you have flexibility. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
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.