($1,086+) Chicago, IL to Boise, ID Movers
Moving from Chicago, IL, to Boise, ID, runs anywhere from $1,034 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $9,685 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,692 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 $2,325, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $9,685 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,495 - $5,224, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,034 - $2,977.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Chicago, IL, to Boise, ID. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,979 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 Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
Moving options from Chicago to Boise fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. A 2-3 bedroom full-service move costs $2,979 - $7,215 on this route, with movers handling 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 1,692-mile route typically takes 4 to 15 days door to door.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,692-mile route from Chicago to Boise, broken down by home size:
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Rental truck | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $2,325 - $5,245 | $1,495 - $2,929 | $1,034 - $1,926 | $1,413 - $2,636 |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | $2,979 - $7,215 | $1,910 - $4,017 | $1,084 - $2,387 | $1,512 - $3,278 |
| 4+ bedrooms | $5,851 - $9,685 | $2,767 - $5,224 | $1,395 - $2,977 | $2,256 - $4,179 |
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
For the 1,692-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Boise, Idaho, full-service movers cost between $2,325 and $9,685. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $334 - $2,224 (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 Chicago generally start around $220 plus $100 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chicago to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,325 - $5,245
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,979 - $7,215
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,851 - $9,685
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 Chicago to Boise.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Illinois to Idaho. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
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 Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Chicago 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 packing99% of local movers | $556 - $5,560 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready93% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Reebie Storage and Moving Co. | $222 - $1,334/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $334 - $2,669 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage36% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs62% of local movers | $1,112 - $3,336 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,780 - $11,120 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $833 - $1,582 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items55% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: H2H Movers Inc | $1,112 - $2,780 |
| Piano | Any piano type75% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: H2H Movers Inc | $890 - $3,892 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling36% of local movers | $334 - $1,668 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect23% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Move-tastic | $723 - $2,224 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $334 - $16,680+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $334 - $3,892+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Chicago 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 full-service movers are almost always better priced than local movers in Chicago, IL. Local companies typically run 30% - 40% more at longer distances because they aren't set up to consolidate shipments the way national carriers do. The one case where a local mover might be worth the premium is if you want a dedicated direct-route truck, which averages a 2-day delivery time, but expect to pay more for that convenience.
Moving container costs from Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
Moving containers from Chicago, Illinois, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $1,495 and $5,224. 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 Chicago runs about $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chicago to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,495 - $2,929
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,910 - $4,017
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,767 - $5,224
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 $778 in Chicago, IL. 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 $83 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $167 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 Illinois 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 $1,495. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $1,910 - $4,017, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago:
- Move-tastic (5.0/5), 17 years in business
- H2H Movers Inc (4.9/5), 12 years in business
- Stark Moving and Storage (5.0/5), 7 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
Plan on $1,034 - $2,977 for a rental moving truck on the 1,692-mile route from Chicago, Illinois, to Boise, Idaho. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:
- Fuel for the drive: $599 - $684
- Daily insurance: $33/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Chicago daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79
| 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 Chicago to Boise based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,034 - $1,926
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,084 - $2,387
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,395 - $2,977
Pro tip: The advertised base rate of $1,034 - $2,977 does not include fuel ($599 - $684) , lodging ($167/night for overnight stops), meals, or equipment rentals. When you add those up, the true cost of your move from Chicago to Boise typically runs $600 - $1,200 more than the base rate alone.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Chicago, Illinois, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $778.
- Gas: Fuel costs total $599 - $684 for the 1,692-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 $67 and $361, depending on what you need.
- Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
- Lodging: Budget around $167 per night for hotel stops on the 1,692-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $334 - $500.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Chicago 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 Chicago, IL to Boise, ID
Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Chicago, Illinois, to Boise, Idaho, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.
What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,512 and $3,278.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chicago to Boise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,413 - $2,636
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,512 - $3,278
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,256 - $4,179
Pro tip: Freight trailers offer generous space but reward good packing strategy. The 4-foot ramp can be challenging for large or heavy pieces, and using the full 8-foot height takes careful stacking. Because you're billed by the linear foot, maximizing vertical space keeps your costs lower.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Chicago, Illinois, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $778.
- More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $83 - $167 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 Chicago to Boise?
- 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.
- Keller Trucking Co, Inc. (4.54/5 stars): Keller Trucking Co, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.
Pro tip: Freight trailers move fast, making them one of the quickest ways to get your belongings from Chicago to Boise. If you have a hard move-in date and want your stuff there as soon as possible, freight is hard to beat. It's worth noting that freight works best when you're ready to receive your delivery, so if your move-in date is still up in the air or you'll need short-term storage, a moving container is likely the more practical choice.
Cost of living: Chicago, IL vs Boise, ID
There's not a big cost-of-living gap between Chicago and Boise to plan around. Cost of living index: 106 vs. 119. Average rent: $2,045/mo vs. $1,495/mo. The bigger factor in your budget is the one-time cost of the move itself, covered above. Walkability: 77 vs. 88. Safety index: 33.87 vs. 65.01.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Boise, ID to Chicago, IL guide.
Why book your mover through moveBuddha:
moveBuddha has processed 10 real quotes from Illinois to Idaho in the past 3 months alone, keeping our pricing data current. Run your numbers through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers to avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. For context, we track 103 movers based in Illinois, handy for sizing up options on this 1,692-mile route.
Our take
Full-service movers on the 1,692-mile route from Chicago, IL, to Boise, ID, run $2,325 - $9,685 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,495 - $5,224, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $1,034 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,979, 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 Albertsons and Albertsons Companies.
FAQs: Moving from Chicago, IL, to Boise, ID
How do I know a mover is licensed in Idaho?
In Idaho, in-state movers are regulated by and must register with the Idaho Transportation Department. In cases of unresolvable disputes with local movers, they may help.
What do local movers charge in Chicago?
Local movers based in Chicago typically start around $220 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 Boise run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What size moving truck do I need for this route?
Rental trucks generally range from 10 to 26 feet. A 15- to 17-foot truck covers most 2-bedroom moves, while a smaller 10- to 12-foot truck works for a studio or 1-bedroom. Homes with 3 or more bedrooms usually need a 20- to 26-foot truck, and anything that size typically runs on diesel rather than gas.
How much does it cost to move from Chicago, IL to Boise, ID?
Costs on this route range from around $2,325 to $9,685, depending on your home size and which service you choose. Full-service movers typically fall between $2,325 and $9,685, 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 Chicago, IL to Boise, ID?
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 $1,084 - $2,387. See our cheapest truck rental recommendations for the lowest available rates on your DIY move.
What percentage of Chicago movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 75% of movers in Chicago handle piano moves, and 55% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.
