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.
Moving to New South Wales
Destination city: Sydney
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Sydney | $2,250 - $2,650 | 13.7m3 | $192/m3 | $706 · 23.7% |
| Brisbane to Sydney | $1,550 - $1,800 | 13.3m3 | $135/m3 | $503 · 26.2% |
| Canberra to Sydney | $1,750 - $2,050 | 17.7m3 | $115/m3 | $582 · 25.9% |
| Melbourne to Sydney | $1,550 - $1,850 | 13.6m3 | $135/m3 | $669 · 28.6% |
| Perth to Sydney | $2,500 - $2,950 | 17.5m3 | $169/m3 | $449 · 18.7% |
Moving to Victoria
Destination city: Melbourne
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Melbourne | $1,900 - $2,250 | 15.5m3 | $146/m3 | $401 · 21.1% |
| Brisbane to Melbourne | $2,150 - $2,500 | 13.7m3 | $184/m3 | $550 · 24.2% |
| Canberra to Melbourne | $1,850 - $2,200 | 15.4m3 | $142/m3 | $1,070 · 33.3% |
| Darwin to Melbourne | $2,950 - $3,450 | 13.5m3 | $255/m3 | Not available |
| Hobart to Melbourne | $1,900 - $2,250 | 8.2m3 | $272/m3 | Not available |
| Perth to Melbourne | $2,100 - $2,500 | 12.0m3 | $207/m3 | $381 · 21.0% |
| Sydney to Melbourne | $1,650 - $1,900 | 14.2m3 | $135/m3 | $874 · 31.7% |
Moving to Queensland
Destination city: Brisbane
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Brisbane | $2,950 - $3,450 | 15.7m3 | $221/m3 | $297 · 14.9% |
| Canberra to Brisbane | $2,900 - $3,400 | 21.2m3 | $161/m3 | $919 · 26.9% |
| Darwin to Brisbane | $3,250 - $3,800 | 13.7m3 | $278/m3 | Not available |
| Hobart to Brisbane | $3,450 - $4,050 | 11.3m3 | $360/m3 | Not available |
| Melbourne to Brisbane | $2,750 - $3,200 | 16.5m3 | $195/m3 | $918 · 26.7% |
| Perth to Brisbane | $2,750 - $3,250 | 12.3m3 | $263/m3 | $587 · 26.3% |
| Sydney to Brisbane | $2,000 - $2,400 | 18.3m3 | $130/m3 | $797 · 28.7% |
Moving to South Australia
Destination city: Adelaide
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane to Adelaide | $2,500 - $2,900 | 14.4m3 | $203/m3 | $438 · 18.9% |
| Canberra to Adelaide | $3,500 - $4,100 | 22.1m3 | $185/m3 | Not available |
| Darwin to Adelaide | $2,150 - $2,550 | 12.2m3 | $209/m3 | Not available |
| Melbourne to Adelaide | $2,150 - $2,550 | 16.8m3 | $152/m3 | $582 · 24.9% |
| Perth to Adelaide | $2,400 - $2,850 | 14.0m3 | $202/m3 | Not available |
| Sydney to Adelaide | $2,550 - $3,000 | 15.6m3 | $192/m3 | $946 · 26.3% |
Moving to Western Australia
Destination city: Perth
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Perth | $2,500 - $2,950 | 11.6m3 | $254/m3 | $551 · 21.8% |
| Brisbane to Perth | $3,050 - $3,600 | 12.6m3 | $286/m3 | $680 · 21.8% |
| Canberra to Perth | $4,150 - $4,850 | 14.8m3 | $329/m3 | $558 · 21.0% |
| Melbourne to Perth | $2,700 - $3,150 | 12.1m3 | $262/m3 | $556 · 21.6% |
| Sydney to Perth | $2,950 - $3,450 | 12.4m3 | $280/m3 | $1,981 · 30.6% |
Moving to the ACT
Destination city: Canberra
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Canberra | $2,750 - $3,250 | 16.5m3 | $196/m3 | Not available |
| Brisbane to Canberra | $2,550 - $3,000 | 18.4m3 | $164/m3 | $668 · 19.1% |
| Melbourne to Canberra | $1,850 - $2,150 | 15.5m3 | $139/m3 | $923 · 28.7% |
| Perth to Canberra | $3,400 - $4,000 | 15.1m3 | $264/m3 | Not available |
| Sydney to Canberra | $1,900 - $2,200 | 19.0m3 | $117/m3 | $582 · 23.6% |
Moving to the Northern Territory
Destination city: Darwin
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Darwin | $3,900 - $4,550 | 13.1m3 | $349/m3 | Not available |
| Brisbane to Darwin | $3,000 - $3,500 | 7.6m3 | $463/m3 | Not available |
| Melbourne to Darwin | $3,800 - $4,500 | 12.2m3 | $367/m3 | Not available |
| Sydney to Darwin | $3,400 - $4,000 | 11.4m3 | $351/m3 | Not available |
Moving to Tasmania
Destination city: Hobart
| Route | Price range | Avg m3 | Benchmark | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne to Hobart | $3,250 - $3,850 | 14.0m3 | $274/m3 | Not available |
| Sydney to Hobart | $5,100 - $6,000 | 19.1m3 | $313/m3 | Not available |
Disclaimer:
Average savings figures shown reflect the typical difference between the average competing quote Muval customers received, and the price they actually paid on confirmed interstate bookings on this route. Data used was from the unique Muval database spanning May 2023 to June 2026. Calculations are based on bookings where the customer received two or more quotes, with statistical outliers excluded. Actual savings will vary depending on your move size, dates, distance, property access, seasonality, and the interstate removalists available at the time of your enquiry. Figures are indicative only and do not constitute a guarantee of savings. We do not compare all companies in the market.
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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Preferably No, It is better to use a fitted sheet on each side of your mattresses to enclose.
When looking at your kitchen, the industry standard is one book carton to each cupboard door.
Each company has differing policies about notification before the pickup and delivery. Some companies can provide a time window on booking, others provide this the day before, while others will provide notice within an hour of their arrival.
No one expects that you keep the original box that your TV came in when you bought it. Most removalists can provide special TV moving cardboard boxes that can help to keep your TV safe and secure while being transported (make sure you enquire about this before your move day. Otherwise, you can protect your television by wrapping it in blankets and then wrapping that tightly in cling film. Finally, as a peace of mind measure, we recommend purchasing one of our affordable moving insurance policies to protect your most valuable possessions like your TV in case of an accident.
If you have the original TV box, please use it. You can also purchase TV storage/removal boxes from storage centres. If you don’t have a box and can’t source one, the removalist will use heavy-duty blankets to protect the TV.
No, The moving company you book will load and unload the truck with a minimum of two professional removalists.
All furniture items will be wrapped in heavy removalist quilted padding to best protect your furniture; Some removalists will also use shrink wrap as well.
Yes, all of our prices are GST inclusive.
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