Akron, OH → Edison, NJ · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Akron to Edison

About 445 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,340–$4,970, delivery in 1–3 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 665 in Edison.

445 miroad distance
8 h 22 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$3,340–$4,9702-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Akron, Ohio
To: Edison, New Jersey
Road distance: ≈ 445 miles (377 straight-line)
Drive time: 8 h 22 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 665 (476 interstate)

Reverse: Edison → Akron

Edison sits about 445 miles east of Akron, which makes this an interstate relocation from Ohio to New Jersey that most movers classify as a regional 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 $3,340 to $4,970 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 8 h 22 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 665 around Edison (476 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 Edison.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Edison about 109,077. The two cities have comparable density (3,077 and 3,574 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. New Jersey 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 Edison

Full-service estimate for 445 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,340	$1,630	$1,990
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,010	$2,450	$2,980
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$3,340	$4,080	$4,970
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$5,350	$6,520	$7,960
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$7,360	$8,970	$10,940

Rental truck (DIY)

$610–$860

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

Portable container

$1,420–$2,080

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

Full-service mover

$3,340–$4,970

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 Edison (destination)

Hermann Transportation Services

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Hermann Forwarding Company

USDOT: 17093
MC: 32775
Based in: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (13 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 163 trucks, 149 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 297-4400 Route Verify on FMCSA

Budd Van Lines INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 185771
MC: 152533
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 124 trucks, 102 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (732) 627-0600 Route Verify on FMCSA

S P I Transport Systems INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 259466
MC: 165923
Based in: Edison, NJ 08817 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 102 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1985

Call (732) 819-8100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Packaging Exchange INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4031162
MC: 1670307
Based in: Somerset, NJ 08873 (10 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 96 trucks, 96 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (800) 950-0083 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bett-A-Way Beverage Distributors INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 297672
MC: 210330
Based in: South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 91 trucks, 79 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (908) 222-2500 Route Verify on FMCSA

National Transport Services Company INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 212340
MC: 149114
Based in: Dayton, NJ 08810 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 85 trucks, 85 drivers
USDOT registered: 1982

Call (908) 527-7567 Route Verify on FMCSA

Inzone Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3220960
MC: 1008026
Based in: Aberdeen, NJ 07747 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 80 trucks, 250 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (917) 434-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3547419
MC: 1186779
Based in: South Plainfiel, NJ 07080 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 70 trucks, 70 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (718) 354-5836 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 665 movers in Edison

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,340 to $1,990 for a studio, $2,010 to $2,980 for a one-bedroom, $3,340 to $4,970 for a two-bedroom, $5,350 to $7,960 for a three-bedroom and $7,360 to $10,940 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Edison from Akron?

About 445 road miles (377 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 8 h 22 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 New Jersey 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 Edison?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $610 to $860 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,420 to $2,080. 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–Edison corridor.