($792+) Akron, OH to Fort Worth, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Fort Worth, TX

Hiring full-service movers from Akron, Ohio, to Fort Worth, Texas, costs between $2,270 and $9,325. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,199-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $268 - $1,788, 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 Fort Worth. 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 Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,270 - $5,580
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,771 - $6,852
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,881 - $9,325

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 Fort Worth.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Fort Worth, TX

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Fort Worth, 93% of movers offer the same service.

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

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Akron, OH to Fort Worth, TX

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Fort Worth, Texas, cost between $1,337 and $4,395. 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 Fort Worth. 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 Fort Worth:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,337 - $2,335
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,606 - $3,454
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,242 - $4,395

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Akron, OH and Fort Worth, 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 $626 in Akron, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $67 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $134 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 Fort Worth?

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 Fort Worth, TX

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,199 miles from Akron, Ohio, to Fort Worth, Texas, running $823 - $2,080. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $341 - $390
• 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 Fort Worth based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $823 - $1,494
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $839 - $1,813
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,034 - $2,080

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $67 and $313.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $134.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $341 and $390 for the 1,199-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $626 for 2 movers in Akron, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Akron to Fort Worth?

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 Fort Worth, TX

For larger DIY moves from Akron, Ohio, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Fort Worth, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,312 and $2,577.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,227 - $2,102
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,312 - $2,577
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,720 - $3,729

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 $67 and $134.
• 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 $626.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to Fort Worth?

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.
3. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Akron, OH vs Fort Worth, TX

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