($368+) Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 400-mile move from Wilmington, Delaware, to Akron, Ohio, with costs ranging from $1,001 - $6,824. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $284 - $1,896. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Wilmington and Akron. Local movers in Wilmington typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $150/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,001 - $3,431
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,744 - $4,546
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,843 - $6,824

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 Wilmington to Akron.

Specialty moving services from Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 53% of Wilmington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Akron, 64% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Ohio are typically members of the Ohio Association of Movers, 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.

How much do local movers cost in Wilmington, DE?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Wilmington to Akron with a local mover averages $1,761 - $4,591. Shorter moves don't always call for a national van line, and local moving companies in Wilmington, DE often offer competitive pricing on nearby routes. Smaller crews and regional focus translate to lower overhead and more scheduling flexibility.

Just make sure they're properly licensed for interstate moves and equipped to handle the full distance.

Moving container costs from Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH

Moving containers from Wilmington, Delaware, to Akron, Ohio, cost between $858 and $2,663. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Wilmington runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $858 - $1,529
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,100 - $2,304
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,503 - $2,663

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $71 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $142 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 $664 in Wilmington, DE. 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 400 miles from Wilmington, Delaware, to Akron, Ohio, running $368 - $905. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $121 - $138
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Wilmington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $368 - $657
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $400 - $817
• 4+ bedrooms: $482 - $905

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $121 - $138 for the 400-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Wilmington, Delaware, for about 5 hours typically costs around $664.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 400-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $142 per night, adding $284 - $427 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $47 and $284.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Akron, OH

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Wilmington, Delaware, to Akron, Ohio. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $962 and $1,739.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $821 - $1,390
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $962 - $1,739
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,166 - $2,265

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Wilmington, Delaware, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $664.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $71 and $142 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Wilmington to Akron?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington 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 400-mile route from Wilmington, DE, to Akron, OH, run $1,001 - $6,824 depending on home size. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack are a middle-ground option at $858 - $2,663, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul start as low as $368 for the most budget-conscious movers. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $1,744, 30 days of free storage, and a 24/7 support team you can actually reach.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Goodyear and Signet Jewelers.