($1,336+) Akron, OH to Olympia, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Olympia, WA

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,469-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Olympia, Washington, with prices running from $2,424 - $12,513. 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 Olympia 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 Olympia:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,424 - $6,158
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,559 - $7,698
• 4+ bedrooms: $7,182 - $12,513

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 Olympia.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Olympia, WA

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Akron movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Olympia, 65% of movers offer the same service.

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

Movers licensed to operate in Washington are typically members of the Washington Movers Conference, 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 Olympia, WA

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Olympia, Washington, cost between $1,855 and $6,657. 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 Olympia:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,855 - $3,217
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,221 - $4,995
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,152 - $6,657

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Akron, OH and Olympia, WA. 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 $654 in Akron, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $70 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $140 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 Olympia?

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 Olympia, WA

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,469 miles from Akron, Ohio, to Olympia, Washington, running $1,336 - $3,700. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $734 - $839
• 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 Olympia based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,336 - $2,534
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,462 - $3,205
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,865 - $3,700

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $140 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 $61 and $304 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $734 - $839 in fuel for the 2,469-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $654 in Akron, Ohio, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

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

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 Olympia, WA

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 Olympia, Washington.

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 $1,795 and $3,767.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,527 - $3,049
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,795 - $3,767
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,471 - $5,222

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 $654.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $70 and $140 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to Olympia?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Akron, OH vs Olympia, WA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Olympia, 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 Olympia, WA, 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 $2,424 - $12,513 on the 2,469-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,855 - $6,657 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,336 - $3,700 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,559 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 Washington State ESD and The Evergreen State College.