($699+) Akron, OH to Garland, TX Movers

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

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,158-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, with prices running from $2,135 - $8,630. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $266 - $1,772 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Akron and Garland are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Akron movers tend to run around $199 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,135 - $5,150
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,647 - $6,365
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,501 - $8,630

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: 64% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Garland, 56% of movers offer the same service.

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

Southwest Movers Association membership is a quick way to confirm a mover is legitimate in Texas, 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 Garland, TX

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, cost between $1,178 and $3,977. 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: $1,178 - $2,272
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,564 - $3,070
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,052 - $3,977

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $66 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $133 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 $620 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 Garland, TX, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

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

Truck rentals from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, range from $699 - $2,068 for the 1,158-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• 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: $699 - $1,399
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $826 - $1,565
• 4+ bedrooms: $998 - $2,068

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $133 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 $58 and $288 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $326 - $373 in fuel for the 1,158-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $620 in Akron, Ohio, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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 well suited for larger moves from Akron, Ohio, to Garland, Texas, 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 $1,201 and $2,632.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,092 - $1,922
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,201 - $2,632
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,744 - $3,248

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 $66 - $133 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Akron, Ohio, for about five hours typically runs $620.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to Garland?

1. 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.
2. 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.

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.

Our take

Full-service movers on the 1,158-mile route from Akron, OH, to Garland, TX, run $2,135 - $8,630 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $1,178 - $3,977, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $699 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $2,647, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Garland tend to point to quality education and diversity, though severe storms and extreme heat come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Garland Independent School District and City of Garland.