Akron, OH → Blacksburg, VA · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Akron to Blacksburg

About 321 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,740–$4,070, delivery in 1–3 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 80 in Blacksburg.

321 miroad distance
6 h 14 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,740–$4,0702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Akron, Ohio
To: Blacksburg, Virginia
Road distance: ≈ 321 miles (272 straight-line)
Drive time: 6 h 14 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 80 (61 interstate)

Reverse: Blacksburg → Akron

Moving from Akron to Blacksburg is a regional long-distance move of roughly 321 road miles, heading south from Ohio to Virginia.

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 $2,740 to $4,070 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 6 h 14 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 80 around Blacksburg (61 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 Blacksburg.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Blacksburg about 45,000. Akron is considerably denser (3,077 people per square mile versus 2,264), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Virginia is a higher-cost state than Ohio, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Akron to Blacksburg

Full-service estimate for 321 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,230	$1,500	$1,830
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,640	$2,000	$2,440
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,740	$3,340	$4,070
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,380	$5,340	$6,510
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,020	$7,340	$8,960

Rental truck (DIY)

$480–$680

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

Portable container

$1,310–$1,920

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

Full-service mover

$2,740–$4,070

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

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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 Blacksburg (destination)

Southwest Virginia Moving And Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Relocation Benefits LLC

USDOT: 2171799
MC: 754358
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2011

Call (540) 381-3738 Route Verify on FMCSA

Swva Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Swva Services Group LLC

USDOT: 4518552
MC: 1789951
Based in: Christiansburg, VA 24073 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 5 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (540) 391-0314 Route Verify on FMCSA

Going Moving Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3396355
MC: 1092461
Based in: Blacksburg, VA 24060 (2 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (540) 315-1359 Route Verify on FMCSA

Suzi Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4534776
MC: 1798664
Based in: Radford, VA 24141 (11 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (240) 595-4081 Route Verify on FMCSA

Lawrence

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Lawrence Transportation Systems INC

USDOT: 84337
MC: 116400
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24019 (27 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 297 trucks, 318 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (540) 966-4000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carry On Trucking INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1296555
MC: 503465
Based in: Pulaski, VA 24301 (24 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (540) 980-9544 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sams Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2779266
MC: 925161
Based in: Roanoke, VA 24018 (21 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 25 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (540) 816-8930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Melvin Enterprises INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1677624
MC: 1793524
Based in: Bastian, VA 24314 (43 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (276) 688-4661 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 80 movers in Blacksburg

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,230 to $1,830 for a studio, $1,640 to $2,440 for a one-bedroom, $2,740 to $4,070 for a two-bedroom, $4,380 to $6,510 for a three-bedroom and $6,020 to $8,960 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Blacksburg from Akron?

About 321 road miles (272 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 6 h 14 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 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 Virginia 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 Blacksburg?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $480 to $680 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,310 to $1,920. 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–Blacksburg corridor.