($451+) Nashville, TN to Akron, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Nashville, TN to Akron, OH

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 504-mile move from Nashville, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, with costs ranging from $1,257 - $8,075. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $286 - $1,908. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Nashville and Akron. Local movers in Nashville typically start around $275 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,257 - $3,898
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,097 - $5,924
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,935 - $8,075

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 Nashville to Akron.

Specialty moving services from Nashville, TN to Akron, OH

Specialty needs vary by market — 81% of Nashville movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Akron, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Akron, OH

Moving containers from Nashville, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, cost between $954 and $3,035. 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 Nashville typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $954 - $1,870
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,210 - $2,337
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,626 - $3,035

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $72 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $143 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Akron, OH, 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 $668 in Nashville, TN. 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 Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Akron, OH

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 504 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, running $451 - $1,093. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $153 - $175
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Nashville daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $451 - $765
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $463 - $955
• 4+ bedrooms: $600 - $1,093

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $143 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 Nashville, Tennessee, usually costs about $668 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 504-mile drive falls between $153 and $175, 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 $48 and $286 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Akron, OH

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Nashville, Tennessee, 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 $859 and $2,027.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $912 - $1,602
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,069 - $2,027
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,383 - $2,580

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Nashville, Tennessee, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $668.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $143 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 Nashville to Akron?

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. OLD South Freight Service, Inc. (4.62/5 stars): OLD South Freight Service, Inc. 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: Nashville, TN 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 Nashville 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.