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 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.
If you need to change the delivery or pick up date, please advise the removalist as early as possible. They can sometimes accommodate changes and reschedule but this has a few variables.
We only work with experienced and reputable moving companies and its in their best interests to pack accurately in the trucks for two main reasons:
- It maximizes the space available.
- A tight well-loaded vehicle ensures less movement and motion on the road/rail.
The cost for your local move will depend on how long your move takes. Some dishonest moving companies quote very cheap hourly or half-hourly rates to get your job, and then work slowly on the day or surprise you with additional charges in order to make more money.
Unless they are running a limited special offer, most honest removal companies need to charge at least $45 per half hour or more in order to pay their staff (two people usually come to load and unload the truck for you), pay their insurances, and make sure their trucks are serviced regularly.
No, The moving company you book will load and unload the truck with a minimum of two professional removalists.
Generally, it is around four porta-robes or 6 standard cartons for a wardrobe.
Yes, it can, as long as you notify us before booking your move.
A cubic metre is 1m x 1m x 1m. A full-sized container size is 38m3.
Truck sizes vary from 20m3 to 70m3 and sometimes 100m3.
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