San Francisco, CA

Akron, OH → San Francisco, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Akron to San Francisco

About 2,566 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,300–$12,350, delivery in 7–14 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 899 in San Francisco.

  • 2,566 miroad distance
  • 44 hours (5 driving days)driving time
  • 7–14 daysdelivery window
  • $8,300–$12,3502-bedroom estimate
Photo: Craig Howell from San Carlos, CA, USA · CC BY 2.0

Route summary

Road distance
≈ 2,566 miles (2,175 straight-line)
Drive time
44 hours (5 driving days)
Delivery window
7–14 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination
899 (270 interstate)

Reverse: San Francisco → Akron

San Francisco sits about 2,566 miles west of Akron, which makes this an interstate relocation from Ohio to California that most movers classify as a cross-country 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 $8,300 to $12,350 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 44 hours (5 driving days).

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 899 around San Francisco (270 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 San Francisco.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and San Francisco about 826,079. San Francisco is the denser city (18,635 people per square mile versus 3,077 in Akron), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California 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 San Francisco

Full-service estimate for 2,566 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $3,320 $4,050 $4,940
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,980 $6,070 $7,410
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $8,300 $10,120 $12,350
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $13,280 $16,200 $19,760
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $18,260 $22,270 $27,170

Rental truck (DIY)

$3,540–$4,990

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

Portable container

$3,310–$4,870

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

Full-service mover

$8,300–$12,350

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

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Typical full-service range.

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
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

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

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

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

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

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

Sylvite Transportation

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

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

All 349 movers in Akron

Near San Francisco (destination)

Air Container Transfer

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1701515
MC
624529
Based in
Brisbane, CA 94005 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
60 trucks, 48 drivers
USDOT registered
2007

Nd Freights INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4049726
MC
1534271
Based in
Richmond, CA 94806 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
54 trucks, 54 drivers
USDOT registered
2023

Lengner & Sons Express

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
154572
MC
156852
Based in
Oakland, CA 94607 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
42 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
1974

Pcc Logistics

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
555398
MC
274237
Based in
San Leandro, CA 94577 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 43 drivers
USDOT registered
1994

Longdo Trucking Corp

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1166104
MC
509402
Based in
Oakland, CA 94621 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2003

Forward Logistics INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2107877
MC
736145
Based in
South San Francisco, CA 94080 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
29 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

On Point Logistic Solutions INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3492133
MC
1149694
Based in
San Mateo, CA 94401 (15 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
28 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered
2020

Freight Line Express Trucking INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1279465
MC
559129
Based in
Burlingame, CA 94010 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 23 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

All 899 movers in San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Akron to San Francisco?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,320 to $4,940 for a studio, $4,980 to $7,410 for a one-bedroom, $8,300 to $12,350 for a two-bedroom, $13,280 to $19,760 for a three-bedroom and $18,260 to $27,170 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is San Francisco from Akron?

About 2,566 road miles (2,175 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 44 hours (5 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 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 California 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 San Francisco?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,540 to $4,990 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,310 to $4,870. 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–San Francisco corridor.