($401+) Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH

For the 544-mile move from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Akron, Ohio, full-service movers cost between $1,217 and $7,112. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $284 - $1,896 (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 Chesapeake generally start around $290 plus $125 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,217 - $3,623
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,964 - $4,750
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,447 - $7,112

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 Chesapeake to Akron.

Specialty moving services from Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of Chesapeake movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Akron, 64% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Chesapeake to Akron?

Look for Ohio Association of Movers membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Ohio 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 Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH

Moving containers from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Akron, Ohio, cost between $900 and $3,178. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Chesapeake typically runs around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chesapeake to Akron:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $900 - $1,787
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,154 - $2,280
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,682 - $3,178

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Chesapeake, VA, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $664, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $71 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $142 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Chesapeake, VA, and Akron, OH, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Chesapeake to Akron?

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 Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH

A rental truck for this 544-mile move from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Akron, Ohio, costs between $401 and $1,097. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $164 - $188
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Chesapeake daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chesapeake to Akron based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $401 - $823
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $450 - $901
• 4+ bedrooms: $573 - $1,097

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $142 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $62 and $308 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $164 - $188 in fuel for the 544-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $664 in Chesapeake, Virginia, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Chesapeake to Akron?

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 Chesapeake, VA to Akron, OH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Chesapeake, Virginia, to Akron, Ohio. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $853 and $1,956.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $828 - $1,609
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $952 - $1,956
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,333 - $2,300

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $71 - $142 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Chesapeake, Virginia, for about five hours typically runs $664.

What are the best freight companies from Chesapeake to Akron?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Chesapeake, VA vs Akron, OH

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Akron, side by side with Chesapeake 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

How you handle your interstate move from Chesapeake, VA, to Akron, OH, 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 $1,217 - $7,112 on the 544-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $900 - $3,178 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $401 - $1,097 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,964 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 Goodyear and Signet Jewelers.