($532+) Memphis, TN to Akron, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Memphis, TN to Akron, OH

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 712-mile move from Memphis, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, with prices running from $1,712 - $8,608. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $252 - $1,680 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Memphis and Akron are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Memphis movers tend to run around $334 as a base rate plus $125/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,712 - $4,644
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,485 - $5,910
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,151 - $8,608

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 Memphis to Akron.

Specialty moving services from Memphis, TN to Akron, OH

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Memphis movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Akron, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Ohio Association of Movers membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Ohio 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 Memphis, TN to Akron, OH

Moving containers from Memphis, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, cost between $1,083 and $3,505. 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 Memphis costs roughly $45/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,083 - $2,065
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,461 - $2,698
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,956 - $3,505

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Memphis, TN and Akron, OH. 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 $588 in Memphis, TN, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $63 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $126 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 Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Akron, OH

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 712 miles from Memphis, Tennessee, to Akron, Ohio, running $532 - $1,408. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $190 - $217
• Daily insurance: $25/day
• Equipment rentals: $6 - $17
• Memphis daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $532 - $989
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $597 - $1,247
• 4+ bedrooms: $704 - $1,408

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $190 - $217 for the 712-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 Memphis, Tennessee, for about 5 hours typically costs around $588.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 712-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $126 per night, adding $252 - $378 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $42 and $252.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Memphis 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 Memphis, TN to Akron, OH

If you're moving a larger household from Memphis, Tennessee, 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 Akron, Ohio.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,102 and $2,093.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $937 - $1,805
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,102 - $2,093
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,565 - $2,860

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 Memphis, Tennessee, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $588.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $63 and $126 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Memphis to Akron?

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.
3. Empire Express, Inc. (4.7/5 stars): Empire Express, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Memphis, TN vs Akron, OH

Day-to-day costs in Akron are close to what you're used to in Memphis: cost of living index of 81 versus 86, with average rent of $950/mo compared to $1,299/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 35/100 and 22.51/100 in Memphis versus 48/100 and 50.39/100 in Akron.