($764+) Akron, OH to Garland, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Garland, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, costs between $2,402 and $9,331. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,158-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $266 - $1,772, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Akron and Garland. For a rough baseline, movers based in Akron tend to start around $199 plus $80/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,402 - $5,036
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,863 - $7,018
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,965 - $9,331

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 Garland.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Garland, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Garland, 94% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Southwest Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Texas 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 Akron, OH to Garland, TX

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, cost between $1,249 and $4,260. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Akron typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,249 - $2,361
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,575 - $3,288
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,176 - $4,260

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Akron, OH and Garland, TX. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $620 in Akron, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $66 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $133 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Akron to Garland?

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 Garland, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,158 miles from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, running $764 - $2,086. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $326 - $373
• Daily insurance: $27/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 Garland based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $764 - $1,425
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $859 - $1,729
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,026 - $2,086

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Akron, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $620.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $326 - $373 for the 1,158-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 $53 and $288, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $133 per night for hotel stops on the 1,158-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $266 - $399.

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

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 Garland, TX

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas. 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 $797 and $2,578.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,193 - $2,038
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,339 - $2,578
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,759 - $3,479

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Akron, Ohio, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $620.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $66 - $133 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 Akron to Garland?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Akron, OH vs Garland, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Garland, 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.