Sydney to Melbourne Backloading.
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How much do backloads cost from Sydney to Melbourne?
Backloading from Sydney to Melbourne cost $129.37 per cubic meter on average. The average job price is $2,144.92 and the average space per job is 16.58 cubic meters. The total distance as the crow flies is 713.4km.
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Clare Z was looking to move 13.00 cubic meters from Surry Hills to Carlton for $2129.01Skylar O was looking to move 20.97 cubic meters from Maroubra to Caulfield for $2473.77Nathan O was looking to move 8.00 cubic meters from Newtown to Brunswick West for $919.04Anderson S was looking to move 12.00 cubic meters from Randwick to Hampton for $1416.00Nasir Z was looking to move 10.00 cubic meters from Alexandria to Point Cook for $1650.00Ryan M was looking to move 24.41 cubic meters from Chatswood to Thornbury for $2830.46Gavin C was looking to move 13.94 cubic meters from Kensington to Williamstown North for $1686.38Derek M was looking to move 16.00 cubic meters from Randwick to Collingwood for $165.00Julien B was looking to move 24.38 cubic meters from Kirribilli to Elwood for $3632.91Emery A was looking to move 19.37 cubic meters from Bella Vista to Officer for $2466.67Evelyn G was looking to move 9.78 cubic meters from Surry Hills to Reservoir for $1350.00Emily X was looking to move 9.18 cubic meters from Strathfield to Southbank for $1253.00Carlos V was looking to move 12.22 cubic meters from Wattle Grove to Pascoe Vale for $1368.35Joseph X was looking to move 11.00 cubic meters from Umina Beach to Melton South for $1559.20Noelle U was looking to move 32.00 cubic meters from Werrington to Moonee Ponds for $4346.00Dominic O was looking to move 12.40 cubic meters from Gymea to Langwarrin for $1812.00Adalynn L was looking to move 7.00 cubic meters from Concord West to Mambourin for $877.59Elizabeth S was looking to move 9.65 cubic meters from Petersham to Clifton Hill for $1392.00Luke N was looking to move 21.10 cubic meters from Rosebery to Heidelberg Heights for $2178.00Emma Z was looking to move 10.42 cubic meters from Bondi Beach to Hawthorn for $1575.00Benjamin Q was looking to move 24.88 cubic meters from Double Bay to South Yarra for $3132.91Charles N was looking to move 13.00 cubic meters from Chester Hill to Wollert for $1495.00Chloe X was looking to move 5.23 cubic meters from Erskineville to Brunswick for $883.00Kaylee R was looking to move 5.28 cubic meters from Brookvale to Carlton for $1151.90Luke J was looking to move 14.00 cubic meters from Belmore to Truganina for $1590.00Tyler P was looking to move 14.00 cubic meters from Haymarket to Melbourne for $2394.00Benjamin N was looking to move 34.81 cubic meters from Turramurra to Oakleigh for $4625.00Skylar H was looking to move 29.83 cubic meters from Austral to Truganina for $3334.00Ariel M was looking to move 6.19 cubic meters from Randwick to Hawthorn for $1171.85Wyatt E was looking to move 10.00 cubic meters from Drummoyne to Windsor for $1675.00Rose X was looking to move 37.58 cubic meters from North Ryde to Balwyn for $3949.00Julianna P was looking to move 24.50 cubic meters from Marayong to Beveridge for $2549.65Callie H was looking to move 18.00 cubic meters from Blacktown to Craigieburn for $1821.24Harper O was looking to move 7.00 cubic meters from Killara to Northcote for $1355.00Brooklyn Z was looking to move 16.41 cubic meters from Strathfield South to Truganina for $2194.85Miles Y was looking to move 29.45 cubic meters from Pyrmont to Oakleigh South for $4500.00Julianna K was looking to move 9.00 cubic meters from Crows Nest to Richmond for $1463.00Sadie R was looking to move 14.67 cubic meters from Darlinghurst to Fitzroy for $2214.00Lydia K was looking to move 19.00 cubic meters from Waterloo to Prahran for $2185.00Brandon U was looking to move 11.28 cubic meters from Gladesville to Narre Warren North for $1731.39Jude A was looking to move 8.81 cubic meters from Thornleigh to Glen Huntly for $1169.50Grayson U was looking to move 12.60 cubic meters from Zetland to Southbank for $1314.00Miguel F was looking to move 15.95 cubic meters from Schofields to Mernda for $2006.58Tristen G was looking to move 16.91 cubic meters from Parramatta to Carlton for $2115.47Amaya J was looking to move 9.20 cubic meters from Stanmore to Richmond for $1139.95Jaylen D was looking to move 33.00 cubic meters from St Marys to Ringwood for $5000.00Hunter V was looking to move 7.00 cubic meters from North Sydney to Flemington for $1106.33Olivia V was looking to move 6.00 cubic meters from St Leonards to Richmond for $188.22Cassandra Z was looking to move 6.00 cubic meters from Avalon Beach to Fitzroy North for $990.00How much space do I need to book?
The cost of your Sydney to Melbourne interstate removalists move will depend on how much space (measured in cubic meters) you will need in the removalists' truck, in addition to factoring in any difficulties with accessing your pickup and delivery locations.
Estimated space needed: ~35m3
Calculations are based on industry-standard, generic calculators and should be used as a guide only. This information does not constitute a fixed quote.
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Estimated space needed: ~35m3
What is Sydney to Melbourne backloading?
Backloading is when you book the remaining truck space on a truck that’s already booked by someone else. It often means you may have to be slightly flexible on your pickup and delivery dates & times, but in turn it usually means big cost savings relative to booking a "primary load".
Booking backloads is a common practice among interstate removalists, who are often willing to give cheap or discounted prices for the available space in a truck that is going from point A to point B, or on the return journey if they have been unable to find a customer needing to move in the opposite direction.
We've mastered backloading from Sydney to Melbourne
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4.70 · 127 reviews Move Ezi is your Australia Wide Removal Specialist. Based in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Let us make your Move, Ezi!
5.00 · 4390 reviews No limits removalists Specialises in professional, fast and efficient removals (local, country and interstate) for homes, units, commercial.
4.70 · 3283 reviews Established in 2008, ZOOM Removals is a Sydney-based removal company has built a solid reputation for offering top quality service.
4.90 · 37 reviews At Brittix Removals we offer safe, convenient, and affordable transportation services and furniture removals and storage across Australia.
4.90 · 361 reviews Reliable and friendly removalists dedicated to making your move stress-free. Fast, efficient service with a focus on customer satisfaction.
4.90 · 4113 reviews Mates Group Removals, based in Sydney, a team of moving experts with huge experience in the removal industry for local and interstate moves.
4.50 · 4729 reviews Six Brothers Removalist is a Sydney-based company that specializes in home and office removals.
4.90 · 389 reviews KDN Removalist is here to help you with packing and moving services. We are available seven days of the week to help facilitate your move.
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Loose unitsWhat's included with your backloading booking?
Expert Sydney to Melbourne interstate 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 Sydney to Melbourne removalist online.
Dedicated service
Our experienced customer service team knows Sydney to Melbourne back-to-front. We're available to help 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.
Why book a backload with Muval?
Take advantage of our wide network of interstate removalists to find a suitable truck that can backload your items. Save yourself the time of calling dozens of companies to find one that can accommodate your backload.
Without Muval, customers usually call dozens of removal companies trying to find one that has a truck travelling between their desired pickup and drop off locations near to the dates that they want. When you book a backload with Muval, we do all of the hard work for you, finding you an appropriate match as close as possible to when you want to move.
If you're flexible on move dates, backloading is the most efficient way to move interstate.
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I'm absolutely thrilled with the experience I had when getting a quote from Muval for my removal needs. The process was incredibly smooth and convenient. Their customer service was exceptional, taking the time to understand my requirements and providing me with a comprehensive and transparent quote.
— Anjalyn Sharma
My 2nd time using Muval. So many companies and options available. They can text/email if phone calls arent your thing. No hidden prices or fees. Super friendly and easy service from Kelvin.
I was looking for a removalist to move from Sydney to the Gold Coast and found Muval through an internet search. Jay from Muval contacted me and provided consistent, professional service from start to finish. Both the service and price were...
Julius handed my inquiry and booking. He was very professional and answered all my questions. I highly recommend him.
Julius from Muval has been professional, prompt and quick with providing me with information during the booking stage of the move. He has gone above and beyond in making sure the process was seamless for me. Thank you, Julius.
Professional, personal and excellent communication. Prompt and efficient service.
Id like to thank Grace from Muval for making my move straightforward and stress-free. She called me early on, explained how to choose a removalist, walked me through insurance, and outlined availability. She was friendly, polite, prompt, or...
Amazing experience with them. Very profession and thorough.
Jay was just so willing to help me Im 65 and a bit anxious about the huge move . He has helped me so so much that with his great assistance my move is going to be a good experience I highly recommend Jay .
Alvin is remarkably courteous and well-versed in his field. He is very accomodating that we are able to understand the process and the prices. Thank you so much.
The workers were friendly and welcoming. All my stuffs were in a good state on arrival. Best to work with.
Win was extremely helpful with the whole process. Highly recommended.
Ive used Muval for multiple moves in the last few years and theyve consistently found me the lowest prices without compromising on the quality of the removalist. Julius was especially helpful in my most recent move and I will 100% be using ...
I would highly recommend and would personally use Murval again for any future moves. Kristy was a pleasure to work with and her professional approach of listening to my needs and the support both before and after the move was very appreciat...
Got the job done did not mess around loading and unloading. Very professional with a sense of humour.
Laura at Muval literally saved me, I was originally making the move from Melbourne to Brisbane with a different company that were complete cowboys that walked out on the job. I gave Muval a call and Laura got me a very professional team tha...
Great customer service by Jay who was able to find me a great removalist at very competitive prices
Seamless process to book move. Thanks Jay for quick, efficient assistance.
Angelo was great to deal with. He was helpful, kind and informative. Whilst going through a very challenging time in my life he has made it a lot less stressful by arranging the removalist for me. One less thing I have to worry about.
Fantastic service! Really helpful with my move. Staff were polite, professional and organised and saved me heaps of time and money.
Karina is one of the best contact agent on phone Ive ever seen. So nice, kind and helpful about all my questions and concerns. Trusted company no hesitate to find them again in future!!
Jay was excellent to deal with. He was very pleasant and very helpful. We have booked our move in with them and I highly recommend Muval for your next move, locally or interstate. Thanks Jay!
Frequently asked questions
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Muval is a booking platform. We find reliable moving companies at a competitive rate. We help companies fill their space with customers that are happy to fit in with the truck schedule. It is called a shared load option.
Yes. This varies depends on which company you are using. Usually, the minimum charge is based on the cost of transporting 5 cubic metres.
If you change your list of items or space required a week before your move, we can usually adjust the price accordingly. In some circumstances this won’t be possible depending on the booking volume and amount of change and notice provided.
If you change your list of items or space required to an increased amount, the removalist will adjust the price accordingly. It is advisable to inform Muval as soon as you know that your moving volume has increased. This way, we can plan to avoid any items being left behind on the move day. Please contact Muval about two days before your move once you have finished packing; this way, we can give the correct information to the removalist company before the day.
Preferably No, It is better to use a fitted sheet on each side of your mattresses to enclose.
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.
The final payment must be paid five days before the nominated pickup date.
Yes, absolutely. Please mention this at the time of booking, as it may make a difference to the provider we match you with.
Some companies will have storage at the destination and some at the pickup. Some even include complimentary storage!
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