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Cleveland, OH → Erie, PA · Short-haul move

Movers from Cleveland to Erie

About 111 road miles heading northeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $1,930–$2,870, delivery in 1–2 days, 638 carriers on the Cleveland side and 71 in Erie.

  • 111 miroad distance
  • 2 h 37 mindriving time
  • 1–2 daysdelivery window
  • $1,930–$2,8702-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 111 miles (94 straight-line)
Drive time
2 h 37 min
Delivery window
1–2 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
638 (374 interstate)
Movers at destination
71 (48 interstate)

Reverse: Erie → Cleveland

Erie sits about 111 miles northeast of Cleveland, which makes this an interstate relocation from Ohio to Pennsylvania 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 2 h 37 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $1,930 and $2,870, before packing or storage.

On the Cleveland side there are 638 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (374 of them authorized for interstate work), and 71 around Erie (48 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 Erie.

Cleveland has a population of about 363,608 and Erie about 93,000. The two cities have comparable density (4,796 and 4,957 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends.

Cost of moving from Cleveland to Erie

Full-service estimate for 111 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $1,200 $1,460 $1,780
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $1,200 $1,460 $1,780
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $1,930 $2,350 $2,870
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $3,090 $3,760 $4,590
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $4,240 $5,180 $6,320

Rental truck (DIY)

$260–$370

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

Portable container

$1,120–$1,650

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

Full-service mover

$1,930–$2,870

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

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Distance is pre-filled for Cleveland, OH → Erie, PA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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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 Cleveland (origin)

Horizon Freight System INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
237360
MC
169607
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
354 trucks, 354 drivers
USDOT registered
1983
Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon Midwest INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2317693
MC
791331
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
385 trucks, 385 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Travelcenters Of America

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ta Operating LLC

USDOT
300813
MC
353338
Based in
Westlake, OH 44145 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
408 trucks, 397 drivers
USDOT registered
1987
Call (630) 699-3418 Route Verify on FMCSA

American Marine Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1598342
MC
591312
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44110 (9 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
225 trucks, 199 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (216) 268-3005 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon West INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318092
MC
791357
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
219 trucks, 219 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (800) 480-6829 Route Verify on FMCSA

Horizon South INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2318070
MC
791344
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44125 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
191 trucks, 191 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (216) 341-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Z Brothers Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1495228
MC
562163
Based in
Brooklyn, OH 44144 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 87 drivers
USDOT registered
2006
Call (216) 916-9850 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ohio Transport

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Ohio Transport Corporation

USDOT
384170
MC
58561
Based in
Cleveland, OH 44107 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
168 trucks, 160 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (513) 539-0576 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 638 movers in Cleveland

Near Erie (destination)

Care Transportation LLC

Interstate carrier
USDOT
4750164
Based in
Erie, PA 16504 (1 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
23 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
2026
Call (814) 217-8287 Route Verify on FMCSA

Durst Trucking Company

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
120899
MC
109927
Based in
Erie, PA 16508 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
12 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (814) 873-8766 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eqpt Leasing LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4447192
MC
1751948
Based in
Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
8 trucks, 16 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (814) 840-1608 Route Verify on FMCSA

Brandy Run Transport LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3306404
MC
1049485
Based in
Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
6 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (814) 476-0076 Route Verify on FMCSA

B F Fields Moving & Storage

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: B F Fields INC

USDOT
120905
MC
31881
Based in
Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
6 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (814) 454-2481 Route Verify on FMCSA

Jb Services

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Joshua Barone

USDOT
3138746
MC
1122199
Based in
Erie, PA 16511 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered
2018
Call (814) 450-0422 Route Verify on FMCSA

Big A Construction Group INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2877361
MC
965774
Based in
Erie, PA 16502 (2 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2016
Call (929) 500-0009 Route Verify on FMCSA

Adina Express Limited Liability Company

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3254464
MC
1024875
Based in
Erie, PA 16509 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (814) 881-9472 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 71 movers in Erie

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Cleveland to Erie?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,200 to $1,780 for a studio, $1,200 to $1,780 for a one-bedroom, $1,930 to $2,870 for a two-bedroom, $3,090 to $4,590 for a three-bedroom and $4,240 to $6,320 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Erie from Cleveland?

About 111 road miles (94 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 2 h 37 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.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Ohio into Pennsylvania 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 Cleveland to Erie?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $260 to $370 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,120 to $1,650. 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 Cleveland–Erie corridor.