Detroit, MI → Akron, OH · Short-haul move
About 143 road miles heading southeast. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,010–$2,990, delivery in 1–2 days, 1,435 carriers on the Detroit side and 349 in Akron.
Akron sits about 143 miles southeast of Detroit, 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 3 h 10 min counted as billable travel time. A typical two-bedroom household lands between $2,010 and $2,990, before packing or storage.
On the Detroit side there are 1,435 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (656 of them authorized for interstate work), and 349 around Akron (215 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 Akron.
Detroit has a population of about 649,095 and Akron about 189,691. Detroit is considerably denser (4,608 people per square mile versus 3,077), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,180 | $1,440 | $1,760 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,210 | $1,470 | $1,790 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $2,010 | $2,450 | $2,990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $3,220 | $3,920 | $4,790 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $4,420 | $5,390 | $6,580 |
$300–$420
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,150–$1,690
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$2,010–$2,990
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Detroit, MI → Akron, OH. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Corrigan Moving & Storage Company
Legal name: Lk Transport LLC
Legal name: Universal Intermodal Services INC
Legal name: Famous Trucking LLC
Legal name: Sylvite Western Region LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,180 to $1,760 for a studio, $1,210 to $1,790 for a one-bedroom, $2,010 to $2,990 for a two-bedroom, $3,220 to $4,790 for a three-bedroom and $4,420 to $6,580 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 143 road miles (121 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 3 h 10 min.
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.
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.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $300 to $420 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,150 to $1,690. 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.
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 Detroit–Akron corridor.