Key West, FL → Akron, OH · Long-distance move

Movers from Key West to Akron

About 1,347 road miles heading north. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,400–$8,040, delivery in 3–7 days, 7 carriers on the Key West side and 349 in Akron.

1,347 miroad distance
23 h 55 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,400–$8,0402-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Key West, Florida
To: Akron, Ohio
Road distance: ≈ 1,347 miles (1,141 straight-line)
Drive time: 23 h 55 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 7 (2 interstate)
Movers at destination: 349 (215 interstate)

Reverse: Akron → Key West

The route from Key West, FL to Akron, OH covers roughly 1,347 miles by road, a north-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

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 $5,400 to $8,040 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 23 h 55 min.

On the Key West side there are 7 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (2 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.

Key West has a population of about 25,000 and Akron about 189,691. Key West is considerably denser (4,723 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. Note that Ohio does collect a state income tax, unlike Florida, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.

Cost of moving from Key West to Akron

Full-service estimate for 1,347 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,160	$2,630	$3,210
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,240	$3,950	$4,820
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,400	$6,590	$8,040
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$8,640	$10,540	$12,860
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$11,880	$14,490	$17,680

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,830–$2,590

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

Portable container

$2,220–$3,270

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

Full-service mover

$5,400–$8,040

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

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Moving companies for this route

Near Key West (origin)

Drn Moving INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 966624
MC: 450645
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (305) 295-6683 Route Verify on FMCSA

Willyxpress

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4461851
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (786) 929-8069 Route Verify on FMCSA

Arnolds Towing

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Arnolds Auto And Marine Repair INC

USDOT: 1071009
MC: 774847
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2002

Call (305) 296-3832 Route Verify on FMCSA

Scott Bros

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1293230
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2004

Call (305) 296-9340 Route Verify on FMCSA

Great Lakes Haulers LLC

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 3344859
MC: 1068265
Based in: Key West, FL 33040 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2019

Call (989) 448-6505 Route Verify on FMCSA

B And B Enterprises

Intrastate carrier

USDOT: 1364477
Based in: Cud Joe Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2005

Call (305) 795-1515 Route Verify on FMCSA

Michael Torres

Intrastate carrier

Legal name: Box And Go

USDOT: 2938012
MC: 993105
Based in: Summrlnd Key, FL 33042 (19 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (732) 618-2158 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 7 movers in Key West

Near Akron (destination)

Famous Logistics

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Famous Trucking LLC

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

Call (330) 762-9621 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (330) 659-0012 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (330) 837-9710 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (330) 656-8700 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (321) 663-1123 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (330) 773-7777 Route Verify on FMCSA

Sylvite Transportation

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Sylvite Western Region LLC

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

Call (330) 786-9519 Route Verify on FMCSA

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

Call (216) 644-5495 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 349 movers in Akron

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Key West to Akron?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,210 for a studio, $3,240 to $4,820 for a one-bedroom, $5,400 to $8,040 for a two-bedroom, $8,640 to $12,860 for a three-bedroom and $11,880 to $17,680 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Akron from Key West?

About 1,347 road miles (1,141 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 23 h 55 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 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 Florida 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 Key West to Akron?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,830 to $2,590 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,220 to $3,270. 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 Key West–Akron corridor.