Toledo, OH

Akron, OH → Toledo, OH · Short-haul move

Movers from Akron to Toledo

About 135 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,960–$2,920, delivery in 1–2 days, 349 carriers on the Akron side and 172 in Toledo.

  • 135 miroad distance
  • 3 h 2 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,960–$2,9202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 135 miles (114 straight-line)
Drive time
3 h 2 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
In-state (Ohio)
Movers at origin
349 (215 interstate)
Movers at destination
172 (117 interstate)

Reverse: Toledo → Akron

Moving from Akron to Toledo is a short-haul move of roughly 135 road miles, heading west within Ohio.

Because the two cities are close together, most companies quote this move by the hour: a crew of two to four movers plus a truck, with the drive of about 3 h 2 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,960 and $2,920, before packing or storage.

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 172 around Toledo (117 interstate). For an in-state 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 Toledo.

Akron has a population of about 189,691 and Toledo about 263,423. The two cities have comparable density (3,077 and 3,365 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Akron to Toledo

Full-service estimate for 135 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,170 $1,430 $1,740
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,180 $1,440 $1,750
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $1,960 $2,390 $2,920
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,140 $3,830 $4,670
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,320 $5,260 $6,420

Rental truck (DIY)

$290–$410

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

Portable container

$1,140–$1,680

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

Full-service mover

$1,960–$2,920

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 Toledo (destination)

Bolt Express LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
952587
MC
408074
Based in
Toledo, OH 43617 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
228 trucks, 218 drivers
USDOT registered
2001

Tkx Logistics

Licensed interstate
USDOT
753826
MC
341068
Based in
Northwood, OH 43619 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
122 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
1998

Mvm Moving & Storage Reliable Moving And Storage, Changing P

Licensed interstate
USDOT
1444491
MC
545936
Based in
Toledo, OH 43615 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
36 trucks, 36 drivers
USDOT registered
2005

Expeditus Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2345004
MC
802331
Based in
Toledo, OH 43617 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
32 trucks, 92 drivers
USDOT registered
2012

Henry W Bergman INC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
1228154
Based in
Genoa, OH 43430 (14 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
30 trucks, 32 drivers
USDOT registered
2004

Vance Property Management LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
2170594
MC
795261
Based in
Toledo, OH 43615 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
21 trucks, 22 drivers
USDOT registered
2011

Ayar Logistic LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3307705
MC
1050168
Based in
Toledo, OH 43606 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
17 trucks, 17 drivers
USDOT registered
2019

Seagate Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
287264
MC
190156
Based in
Perrysburg, OH 43551 (10 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1987

All 172 movers in Toledo

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Frequently asked questions

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

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,170 to $1,740 for a studio, $1,180 to $1,750 for a one-bedroom, $1,960 to $2,920 for a two-bedroom, $3,140 to $4,670 for a three-bedroom and $4,320 to $6,420 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Toledo from Akron?

About 135 road miles (114 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 2 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 2 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.

Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for an in-state move?

No. Because both Akron and Toledo are in Ohio, this is an intrastate move regulated by the state rather than the FMCSA. Still, choosing a carrier with an active USDOT number is the easiest way to confirm the company is a registered motor carrier with insurance on file.

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

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $290 to $410 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,140 to $1,680. 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–Toledo corridor.