Moving Cost Calculator
Updated on 7 Nov 2026 · Checked by Aotob
Moving 3 rooms 50 miles would cost about $2,105.
Most of it is the crew’s time: about 8.1 hours at $160 an hour.
Estimated moving cost
$2,105
Get three written quotes after a video or in-person survey. Moving mid-month and mid-week is usually cheaper, and packing yourself can save a fifth of the bill.
Show the working
3 rooms × 2.5 hours + 50 miles ÷ 80 = 8.1 hours × 160 = 1,300
+ 50 × 2.5 + 3 × 60 + 150 × 0 + 500 = 2,105
Where the money goes
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Movers | 1,300 |
| Truck and travel | 125 |
| Boxes and packing | 180 |
| Storage | 0 |
| Other costs | 500 |
| Total | 2,105 |
Questions people ask
How much does a move cost?
A local move of a 2 to 3 bedroom home with a professional crew is usually a day’s work, around $1,500 to $3,000 in the US or £800 to £1,800 in the UK. Long-distance moves are priced by weight and distance and cost several times more.
How can I cut the cost?
Declutter first, pack yourself, move mid-week and mid-month, and get at least three quotes after a survey.
What costs do people forget?
Overlapping rent or mortgage, cleaning, deposits, new furniture and curtains, and time off work.
Updated 7 Nov 2026Source: Typical rates, checked November 2026; replace them with your quotesChecked by AotobAn estimate from typical rates; your quotes will differ.Report an issue