($412+) Akron, OH to New Haven, CT Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to New Haven, CT

For the 516-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to New Haven, Connecticut, full-service movers cost between $1,296 and $8,415. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $277 - $1,844 (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 Akron generally start around $199 plus $80 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,296 - $4,268
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,163 - $5,981
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,895 - $8,415

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 Akron to New Haven.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to New Haven, CT

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In New Haven, 95% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers & Warehousemen’s Association of Connecticut membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Connecticut, on top of the picks below.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Akron, OH to New Haven, CT

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to New Haven, Connecticut, cost between $964 and $3,162. 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 New Haven. If you go over that window, storage in Akron adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $964 - $1,763
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,337 - $2,386
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,609 - $3,162

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $69 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $138 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 $645 in Akron, OH, 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 New Haven, CT, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Akron to New Haven?

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 Akron, OH to New Haven, CT

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 516 miles from Akron, Ohio, to New Haven, Connecticut, running $456 - $1,127. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $151 - $173
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $18
• Akron daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $456 - $797
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $458 - $955
• 4+ bedrooms: $612 - $1,127

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $138 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 Akron, Ohio, usually costs about $645 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 516-mile drive falls between $151 and $173, 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 $46 and $277 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Akron to New Haven?

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 Akron, OH to New Haven, CT

If you're moving a larger household from Akron, Ohio, 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 New Haven, Connecticut.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,049 and $2,046.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $912 - $1,635
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,049 - $2,046
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,356 - $2,656

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 $69 and $138.
• 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 Akron, Ohio, for roughly five hours typically average $645.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to New Haven?

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. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer 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: Akron, OH vs New Haven, CT

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