Akron, OH → Monroe, LA · Long-distance move

Movers from Akron to Monroe

About 979 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $4,300–$6,390, delivery in 2–5 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 49 in Monroe.

979 miroad distance
17 h 35 mindriving time
2–5 daysdelivery window
$4,300–$6,3902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Akron, Ohio
To: Monroe, Louisiana
Road distance: ≈ 979 miles (830 straight-line)
Drive time: 17 h 35 min
Delivery window: 2–5 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination: 49 (26 interstate)

Reverse: Monroe → Akron

The route from Akron, OH to Monroe, LA covers roughly 979 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $4,300 to $6,390 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 17 h 35 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 49 around Monroe (26 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 Monroe.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Monroe about 46,000. Akron is considerably denser (3,077 people per square mile versus 1,604), 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 Monroe

Full-service estimate for 979 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,720	$2,100	$2,560
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$2,580	$3,140	$3,840
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$4,300	$5,240	$6,390
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$6,870	$8,380	$10,230
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$9,450	$11,530	$14,060

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,460–$2,060

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

Portable container

$1,890–$2,780

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

Full-service mover

$4,300–$6,390

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 Monroe (destination)

Bears Wrecker Service

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Bears Towing And Recovery Of Ouachita INC

USDOT: 517357
MC: 235662
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered: 1993

Call (318) 388-3021 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cc Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1634906
MC: 602738
Based in: West Monroe, LA 71291 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 5 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 265-0590 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ross Movers INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1721228
MC: 626875
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (318) 322-7760 Route Verify on FMCSA

Goose Chase Trucking

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Cruse Transport Services INC

USDOT: 2846136
MC: 954281
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (318) 316-9773 Route Verify on FMCSA

Aaa All-Star Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1896597
MC: 682036
Based in: Monroe, LA 71201 (2 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (318) 801-8349 Route Verify on FMCSA

Stay Humble Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4494216
MC: 1777011
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (318) 537-0642 Route Verify on FMCSA

Anterprize Trucking And Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Anterprize Local Car Rental LLC

USDOT: 4576998
MC: 1821384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71203 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2026

Call (318) 417-8707 Route Verify on FMCSA

Torres Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2584937
MC: 1556384
Based in: Monroe, LA 71202 (8 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2015

Call (318) 614-4761 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 49 movers in Monroe

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,720 to $2,560 for a studio, $2,580 to $3,840 for a one-bedroom, $4,300 to $6,390 for a two-bedroom, $6,870 to $10,230 for a three-bedroom and $9,450 to $14,060 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Monroe from Akron?

About 979 road miles (830 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 35 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 Louisiana 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 Monroe?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,460 to $2,060 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,890 to $2,780. 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–Monroe corridor.