Akron, OH → Birmingham, AL · Long-distance move

Movers from Akron to Birmingham

About 704 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,600–$5,350, delivery in 2–5 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 395 in Birmingham.

704 miroad distance
12 h 50 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$3,600–$5,3502-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Akron, Ohio
To: Birmingham, Alabama
Road distance: ≈ 704 miles (597 straight-line)
Drive time: 12 h 50 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 395 (208 interstate)

Reverse: Birmingham → Akron

Birmingham sits about 704 miles southwest of Akron, which makes this an interstate relocation from Ohio to Alabama that most movers classify as a long-distance move.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,600 to $5,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 12 h 50 min.

On the Akron side there are 349 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (215 of them authorized for interstate work), and 395 around Birmingham (208 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Birmingham.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Birmingham about 195,893. Akron is considerably denser (3,077 people per square mile versus 1,366), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Akron to Birmingham

Full-service estimate for 704 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,440	$1,750	$2,140
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,160	$2,630	$3,210
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,600	$4,390	$5,350
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,760	$7,020	$8,560
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,910	$9,650	$11,770

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,020–$1,440

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,650–$2,420

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$3,600–$5,350

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Akron (origin)

Famous Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Famous Trucking LLC

USDOT: 2279731
MC: 780233
Based in: Akron, OH 44313 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 268 trucks, 196 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (330) 762-9621 Route Verify on FMCSA

Coastal Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2326130
MC: 794107
Based in: Richfield, OH 44286 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 83 trucks, 120 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (330) 659-0012 Route Verify on FMCSA

Windy Hill Hardwoods INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 979833
Based in: Canal Fulton, OH 44614 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 32 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (330) 837-9710 Route Verify on FMCSA

Andrews Moving & Storage Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 124171
MC: 44737
Based in: Streetsboro, OH 44241 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 37 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (330) 656-8700 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tcm Unlimited LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3679515
MC: 1279163
Based in: Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 19 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 663-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

Miller'S Towing INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 331377
MC: 463484
Based in: Akron, OH 44319 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 17 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1988

Call (330) 773-7777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sylvite Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sylvite Western Region LLC

USDOT: 2829165
MC: 944992
Based in: Akron, OH 44306 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 15 trucks, 9 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (330) 786-9519 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kozova Transport INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3506109
MC: 1158953
Based in: Hudson, OH 44236 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (216) 644-5495 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Akron

Near Birmingham (destination)

Buddy Moore Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 843883
MC: 370920
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35222 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 359 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (205) 949-2260 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dixie Trucking Company LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 2263023
MC: 822669
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 117 trucks, 117 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Call (205) 841-1930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Deep South Freight

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Tvs INC

USDOT: 273403
MC: 163871
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35204 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 109 trucks, 107 drivers
USDOT registered: 1986

Call (205) 326-0490 Route Verify on FMCSA

Americas Thrift Stores INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Alabama Thrift Stores INC

USDOT: 446588
MC: 656355
Based in: Irondale, AL 35210 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 71 trucks, 71 drivers
USDOT registered: 1991

Call (205) 856-1234 Route Verify on FMCSA

New Latitude Moving Admiral Movers Motivated Movers

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Move & Store LLC

USDOT: 2179652
MC: 765956
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35211 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 52 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (855) 624-4537 Route Verify on FMCSA

U-Haul

Licensed interstate

Legal name: U-Haul Company Of Alabama INC

USDOT: 428450
MC: 881025
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35216 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 52 trucks, 73 drivers
USDOT registered: 1990

Call (602) 263-6811 Route Verify on FMCSA

Associated Grocers Of The South INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 187921
MC: 432768
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35217 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 51 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (205) 808-4915 Route Verify on FMCSA

Thompson Delivery Services Colwright

Licensed interstate

Legal name: McCorquodale Transfer LLC

USDOT: 713589
MC: 352161
Based in: Birmingham, AL 35203 (1 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 35 drivers
USDOT registered: 1997

Call (205) 870-7474 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 395 movers in Birmingham

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Akron to Birmingham?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,440 to $2,140 for a studio, $2,160 to $3,210 for a one-bedroom, $3,600 to $5,350 for a two-bedroom, $5,760 to $8,560 for a three-bedroom and $7,910 to $11,770 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Birmingham from Akron?

About 704 road miles (597 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 12 h 50 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Ohio into Alabama makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Akron to Birmingham?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,020 to $1,440 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,650 to $2,420. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Akron–Birmingham corridor.