($1,329+) Akron, OH to Ontario, CA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Ontario, CA

Full-service movers for the 2,330-mile relocation from Akron, Ohio, to Ontario, California, cost between $2,499 and $12,013. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $289 - $1,924, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Akron typically charge a base rate around $199 plus $80 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,499 - $5,555
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,579 - $7,461
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,584 - $12,013

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 Ontario.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Ontario, CA

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Ontario, 54% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in California are typically members of the California Moving & Storage Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, 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, combining 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 Ontario, CA

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Ontario, California, cost between $1,749 and $6,053. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Akron costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,749 - $3,409
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,109 - $4,463
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,082 - $6,053

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 $144 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Ontario, CA, 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 $673 in Akron, OH. 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 Akron to Ontario?

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 Ontario, CA

Truck rentals from Akron, Ohio, to Ontario, California, range from $1,329 - $3,823 for the 2,330-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $713 - $815
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• 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 Ontario based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,329 - $2,443
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,382 - $3,148
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,746 - $3,823

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $144 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 $673 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,330-mile drive falls between $713 and $815, 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 $289 to your total.

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

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 Ontario, CA

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 Ontario, California.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,829 and $3,718.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,528 - $2,979
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,829 - $3,718
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,369 - $5,142

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 $673.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $72 - $144 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 Ontario?

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.

Cost of living: Akron, OH vs Ontario, CA

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

How you handle your interstate move from Akron, OH, to Ontario, CA, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $2,499 - $12,013 on the 2,330-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,749 - $6,053 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,329 - $3,823 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,579 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Prime Healthcare and Niagara Bottling.