Interstate Moving Cost Calculator
Get a ballpark price for your interstate move by using our useful pricing calculator below.
How much does moving interstate cost?
The cost of your interstate move move will depend on how much space (measured in cubic meters) you will need in the interstate removalist's truck, in addition to factoring in any difficulties with accessing your pickup and delivery locations. Use the tool below to get a ballpark estimate of the removalist costs to transport your items between capital cities in Australia.
Average prices from and to each capital city in Australia
Choose your house size and how heavily furnished it is and then see the estimated cost for your interstate move depending on where you're moving to and from.
Estimated space needed: ~35m3
| Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne | Canberra | Hobart | Adelaide | Perth | Darwin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Brisbane | $132.12 | $167.50 | $158.15 | $260.78 | $164.04 | $229.20 | $202.78 | |
| to Sydney | $138.61 | $143.14 | $133.72 | $237.51 | $130.92 | $154.64 | $312.10 | |
| to Melbourne | $148.42 | $130.72 | $148.30 | $180.50 | $119.43 | $160.40 | $175.77 | |
| to Canberra | $147.34 | $123.18 | $138.83 | $263.00 | $174.46 | $232.42 | $330.00 | |
| to Hobart | $214.91 | $246.76 | $210.04 | $232.22 | $308.12 | $361.80 | $390.00 | |
| to Adelaide | $173.43 | $153.17 | $137.77 | $153.14 | $204.35 | $147.35 | $178.10 | |
| to Perth | $239.06 | $241.70 | $208.49 | $279.00 | $301.21 | $186.06 | $366.91 | |
| to Darwin | $225.51 | $331.55 | $252.29 | $378.49 | $361.54 | $236.18 | $390.97 |
Calculations and prices are based on industry-standard, generic calculators and should be used as a guide only. This information does not constitute a fixed quote.
What's included when you book an interstate removalist with Muval?
Expert removalists
A removalist truck and two men (depending on the size of your move) will come to collect and deliver your items.
Online booking
Save time calling other removalists for quotes. Find, compare and book your removalist online.
Dedicated service
Our experienced customer service team is available to assist you at every step of your move.
Protective covering
Your items will be protected with heavy blankets using moving industry best practices. These help prevent your items from damage.
Loading & unloading
Full service loading and unloading of the removal truck is included with every move. Packing services are available at extra cost.
Complimentary cover*
Receive $5,000 of complimentary cover on named items for added peace of mind.
*Only available for MuveXpress bookings.
Other factors that influence cost
While the cost per cubic meter of space is a large factor in calculating costs for an interstate move, there are other factors that can play a role, too. These include:
- Access to your properties and how far away the truck needs to park from your front door
- Seasonality; the busiest (and most expensive) time of the year to move interstate is between November and February
- Heavy items like pool tables and pianos
- Specialist equipment needed like a balcony lift
You can potentially save money when moving interstate by utilising backloading. This will require you to be flexible on dates, but if your items can fit inside a truck that is already travelling, you can end up getting a much cheaper price.
Talk to Muval today about organising exact prices and booking your upcoming interstate move.
Frequently asked questions
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The final payment must be paid five days before the nominated pickup date.
The packing service is not included in our standard pricing. Please check with our support team to get a quotation.
When quoting on your job, we provide the name and reviews of the company that matches your inquiry. Although we vet every company on our system, we encourage you to do your own due dilligence on the company you choose.
If your booking is a premium service, the company will be able to provide exact timing. If your booking is a shared option, then your schedule will be a window between two to seven hours on the move day.
Packing and unpacking boxes for your house is not usually included by default when you book a removalist. This is a service that needs to be booked separately (you can do this through Muval) or done yourself, and is best arranged for a day or two before your removalist is scheduled to do your uplift.
In our experience, people always dramatically under estimate the time it takes to pack their house, and it's usually one of the most burdensome tasks of moving! If you're packing yourself, make sure you start early and do a couple of boxes a day. Otherwise, save yourself the hassle and book packing services through Muval. Your future self will thank you.
Dismantling and assembling the furniture are not included in our standard pricing but can easily be added to your moving service, just ask.
The first thing to do once you’ve moved into your new home is to check the house. Check out Chapter 4 of our moving house guide for a detailed outline of what to do after you move.
The earlier you book your move the more confident you can be that the date you wish to move will be available. However, the time in advance that you should book is heavily dependent on the time of year. Between October and March we recommend booking at least 3-4 weeks in advance of when you want to move. From March - September you can leave it a little later, booking 2-3 weeks out.
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