($692+) Akron, OH to McKinney, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to McKinney, TX

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,150-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to McKinney, Texas, with prices running from $2,266 - $8,288. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $280 - $1,868 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Akron and McKinney are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Akron movers tend to run around $199 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,266 - $5,200
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,647 - $6,492
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,456 - $8,288

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 McKinney.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to McKinney, TX

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

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

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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 McKinney, TX

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to McKinney, Texas, cost between $1,202 and $4,225. 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 Akron runs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,202 - $2,317
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,486 - $3,289
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,073 - $4,225

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 $654, 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 $70 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $140 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Akron, OH, and McKinney, TX, 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 McKinney?

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 McKinney, TX

A rental truck for this 1,150-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to McKinney, Texas, costs between $692 and $2,068. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $342 - $391
• Daily insurance: $28/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 McKinney based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $692 - $1,371
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $787 - $1,565
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,027 - $2,068

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 $70 and $327.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $140.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $342 and $391 for the 1,150-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 $654 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 McKinney?

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 McKinney, TX

If you're moving a larger household from Akron, Ohio, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to McKinney, Texas.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,201 and $2,431.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,038 - $2,125
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,201 - $2,431
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,761 - $3,248

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 $70 and $140.
• 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 $654.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to McKinney?

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 McKinney, TX

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

A move from Akron, OH, to McKinney, TX, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,266 - $8,288 on the 1,150-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,202 - $4,225, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $692 - $2,068. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $2,647 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Globe Life and SRS Distribution.