Ann Arbor, MI → Toledo, OH · Short-haul move

Movers from Ann Arbor to Toledo

About 51 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,200–$1,790, delivery in 1–2 days, 229 carriers on the Ann Arbor side and 172 in Toledo.

51 miroad distance
1 h 35 mindriving time
1–2 daysdelivery window
$1,200–$1,7902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Ann Arbor, Michigan
To: Toledo, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 51 miles (43 straight-line)
Drive time: 1 h 35 min
Delivery window: 1–2 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 229 (112 interstate)
Movers at destination: 172 (117 interstate)

Reverse: Toledo → Ann Arbor

Toledo sits about 51 miles south of Ann Arbor, which makes this an interstate relocation from Michigan to Ohio that most movers classify as a short-haul move.

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 1 h 35 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,200 and $1,790, before packing or storage.

On the Ann Arbor side there are 229 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (112 of them authorized for interstate work), and 172 around Toledo (117 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 Toledo.

Ann Arbor has a population of about 122,233 and Toledo about 263,423. Ann Arbor is considerably denser (4,392 people per square mile versus 3,365), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.

Cost of moving from Ann Arbor to Toledo

Full-service estimate for 51 miles, by home size
Home size	Crew	Hours	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2 movers	3–5 h	$660	$800	$980
1 Bedroom	2 movers	4–6 h	$760	$930	$1,130
2 Bedrooms	3 movers	5–8 h	$1,200	$1,470	$1,790
3 Bedrooms	4 movers	7–10 h	$1,840	$2,250	$2,740
4+ Bedrooms	5 movers	9–13 h	$2,720	$3,320	$4,050

Rental truck (DIY)

$200–$290

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

Portable container

$1,070–$1,570

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

Full-service mover

$1,200–$1,790

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Ann Arbor (origin)

Xpo Logistics Freight INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 241829
MC: 165377
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10,260 trucks, 12,986 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

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A D Transport Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 296052
MC: 192625
Based in: Canton, MI 48188 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 500 trucks, 429 drivers
USDOT registered: 1987

Call (734) 397-7100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Whiteline Express LTD

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Whiteline Express

USDOT: 186721
MC: 163645
Based in: Plymouth, MI 48170 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 266 trucks, 221 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (734) 354-7317 Route Verify on FMCSA

Saint Joseph Express

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Fonguh Delivery Services LLC

USDOT: 3307370
MC: 1049987
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (7 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 38 trucks, 98 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (513) 602-2289 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pink Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3093121
MC: 73065
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (1 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 24 drivers
USDOT registered: 2018

Call (734) 660-2484 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bright Pledge Carriers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3454345
MC: 1125919
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 30 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered: 2020

Call (734) 276-0663 Route Verify on FMCSA

Pinnacle Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 610538
MC: 293651
Based in: Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 25 trucks, 20 drivers
USDOT registered: 1995

Call (734) 623-8558 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nationwide Roadside Assistance

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Michigan Roadside Assistance Group LLC

USDOT: 2974615
MC: 10764
Based in: Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (7 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 20 trucks, 40 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (734) 666-6669 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 229 movers in Ann Arbor

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

Call (866) 873-2658 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tkx Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Thyssenkrupp Logistics INC

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

Call (419) 662-1810 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mvm Moving & Storage Reliable Moving And Storage, Changing P

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Maumee Valley Movers INC

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

Call (419) 478-6979 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

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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

Call (419) 855-4757 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (419) 720-5811 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (518) 807-6652 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (419) 666-9919 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 172 movers in Toledo

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Ann Arbor to Toledo?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $660 to $980 for a studio, $760 to $1,130 for a one-bedroom, $1,200 to $1,790 for a two-bedroom, $1,840 to $2,740 for a three-bedroom and $2,720 to $4,050 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Toledo from Ann Arbor?

About 51 road miles (43 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 1 h 35 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

For a move this short, loading and delivery normally happen on the same day. Most crews finish a two-bedroom home in 5 to 8 hours plus the drive.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Michigan into Ohio 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 Ann Arbor to Toledo?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $200 to $290 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,070 to $1,570. 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 Ann Arbor–Toledo corridor.