($409+) Akron, OH to Durham, NC Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Durham, NC

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 508-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Durham, North Carolina, with costs ranging from $1,223 - $8,338. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $265 - $1,764. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Akron and Durham. Local movers in Akron typically start around $199 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,223 - $3,754
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,186 - $5,158
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,825 - $8,338

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 Durham.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Durham, NC

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Durham, 59% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for North Carolina Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in North Carolina 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 Akron, OH to Durham, NC

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Durham, North Carolina, cost between $956 and $3,072. 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 Durham:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $956 - $1,697
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,237 - $2,204
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,566 - $3,072

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Akron, OH, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $617, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $66 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $132 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Akron, OH, and Durham, NC, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Akron to Durham?

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 Durham, NC

A rental truck for this 508-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Durham, North Carolina, costs between $409 and $1,085. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $143 - $163
• Daily insurance: $26/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 Durham based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $409 - $782
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $432 - $910
• 4+ bedrooms: $544 - $1,085

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $132 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 $57 and $287 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $143 - $163 in fuel for the 508-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $617 in Akron, Ohio, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Durham, NC

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 Durham, North Carolina.

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 $912 and $1,912.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $826 - $1,557
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $912 - $1,912
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,228 - $2,290

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 Akron, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $617.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $66 and $132 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to Durham?

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 Durham, NC

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

For a move from Akron, OH, to Durham, NC, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,223 for a studio to $8,338 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 508-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $956 - $3,072. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $409 - $1,085, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,186 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Durham tend to point to low cost of living and quality education, though terrible traffic and high crime rate come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Duke University & Duke Univ. Health System and IBM.