($384+) Spokane, WA to Boise, ID Movers

Full-service moving costs from Spokane, WA to Boise, ID

For the 418-mile move from Spokane, Washington, to Boise, Idaho, full-service movers cost between $1,289 and $8,201. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $328 - $2,188 (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 Spokane generally start around $400 plus $110 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,289 - $4,161
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,074 - $5,681
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,483 - $8,201

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 Spokane to Boise.

Specialty moving services from Spokane, WA to Boise, ID

Specialty needs vary by market: 54% of Spokane movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Boise, 46% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Spokane 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.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

How much do local movers cost in Spokane, WA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Spokane to Boise with a local mover averages $1,971 - $5,397. A local mover in Spokane, WA is worth considering for moves under 500 miles. Short-distance moves don't always need the scale of a national carrier, and local companies can offer streamlined service, more flexible pickup windows, and a more personal approach to coordination.

Be sure to confirm interstate licensing, insurance coverage, and delivery expectations before booking.

Moving container costs from Spokane, WA to Boise, ID

Moving containers from Spokane, Washington, to Boise, Idaho, cost between $941 and $2,837. 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 Spokane runs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $941 - $1,580
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,101 - $2,332
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,475 - $2,837

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $82 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $164 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Boise, ID, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $766 in Spokane, WA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Spokane to Boise?

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 Spokane, WA to Boise, ID

Truck rentals from Spokane, Washington, to Boise, Idaho, range from $384 - $964 for the 418-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $146 - $166
• Daily insurance: $33/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Spokane daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $1.29

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Spokane to Boise based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $384 - $698
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $401 - $788
• 4+ bedrooms: $512 - $964

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $164 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 Spokane, Washington, usually costs about $766 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 418-mile drive falls between $146 and $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 $55 and $328 to your total.

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

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 Spokane, WA to Boise, ID

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Spokane, Washington, 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. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $909 and $1,831.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $856 - $1,523
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $909 - $1,831
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,290 - $2,179

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Spokane, Washington, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $766.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $82 - $164 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 Spokane to Boise?

1. 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.
2. 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.

Cost of living: Spokane, WA 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 Spokane 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.

Our take

For a move from Spokane, WA, to Boise, ID, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,289 for a studio to $8,201 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 418-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $941 - $2,837. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $384 - $964, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,074 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Albertsons and Albertsons Companies.