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Quick Answer: Local removalists in Australia typically charge from $220 to $250 per hour for a 2-person crew and truck on a weekday.
A 2-bedroom home usually takes 4-6 hours, putting most local moves somewhere between $880 and $1360, depending on access and the day of the week.
Ready Movers backs every local job with a written No Damage Guarantee and full-time trained staff on every truck.
Whether you’re shifting a studio apartment or a four-bedroom family home, here’s what you can expect to pay for a local move with Ready Movers.
| Service | Weekday | Weekend |
|---|---|---|
|
2 movers + truck |
from $220-$230/hr |
from $250-$295/hr |
|
3 movers + truck |
from $325/hr |
from $370/hr |
| Home Size | Estimated Time | 2 Movers + Truck | 3 Movers + Truck |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 bedroom unit |
2-4 hours |
$880 – $1320 |
$590 – $1,180 |
|
2 bedroom unit |
3-5 hours |
$660 – $1760 |
$885 – $1,475 |
|
3 bedroom home |
5-8 hours |
$1,100 – $1760 |
$1,475 – $2,360 |
|
4+ bedroom house |
7-9 hours |
$1,540 – $1980+ |
$2,065 – $2,655+ |
Note: These are estimates based on typical job times for a 2-person crew. Your actual cost depends on access, stairs, packing requirements, and the distance between properties.
Use our removalist cost calculator for a personalised estimate, or get a free quote and we’ll give you a clear figure for your specific move.
When planning a move, it’s essential to understand the potential costs involved.
Local moves with Ready Movers are priced hourly. The clock starts when our team arrives at your pickup address and stops once everything is unloaded at your destination. We charge a set call-out fee, allowing time for the crew to travel to your pickup address and return to our depot on completion.
Here’s an estimate of costs you can expect when hiring Ready Movers for a local move:
Ready Movers offers competitive hourly rates to accommodate various moving needs:
Typically, the average removalist's hourly cost ranges from $220 per hour Monday to Thursday, $240 per hour Friday, $250 per hour Saturday, & $295 per hour Sunday or public holidays.
For larger moves, the average removalists cost is around $295 per hour. Additional team members are available at the cost of $75.00 per hour on request.
These rates include a high level of service, fully trained and AFRA-accredited staff, complimentary plastic covers for all fabric items, and a no-damage guarantee cover.
The overall cost of your move will depend on the size of your home and the time required to complete the move.
Expect to pay between $440 and $880 for your move, taking approximately 2-4 hours.
The average removalist cost for this size move can range from $660 to $1100 for a 3-5 hour move.
A move of this size generally costs between $1,100 and $1760, taking around 5-8 hours.
For larger homes, which typically require 7-9 hours of service, you can expect to pay $1540+, depending on your requirements.
Our professional removalists can manage your move every step of the way. With competitive prices, a written no damage guarantee and fully trained and certified staff, you can have peace of mind knowing that your belongings are being moved with care and experience.
Our professional removalists can manage your move every step of the way. With competitive prices, a written no damage guarantee and fully trained and certified staff, you can have peace of mind knowing that your belongings are being moved with care and experience.
Certain additional costs might apply depending on the specifics of your move:
Items such as pianos, pool tables, and marble tables may incur a heavy lift fee depending on their size and weight. An average heavy lift fee will cost $185 per item.
A standard call out fee is charged based on the time it takes to arrive at your pickup address and the time it takes to return to their depot after completion.
The standard hourly rate does not include packing cartons; this service will cost around $5 per carton on top of your hourly rate. We offer 10 Free moving cartons on all bookings.
The hourly rate is just the starting point. Here are the main factors that will shape what you actually pay on the day.
The number of rooms and the volume of furniture are the biggest drivers of how long your move takes.
A one-bedroom unit with minimal furniture might be done in two hours flat. A four-bedroom family home with a garage full of tools and outdoor furniture can easily run to nine hours.
The more items your removalists need to wrap, carry, and reassemble, the longer the job - and the higher the total cost.
Local moves are generally charged by the hour, including travel, but the distance between your pickup and drop-off addresses still matters.
A suburb-to-suburb move within 10 km will run faster than a move from one side of the city to the other.
Moving mid-week during off-peak hours is usually the most cost-effective option.
Weekends and public holidays attract higher demand, and traffic delays during morning and afternoon peak hours can add real time to an hourly rate job.
If your timeline is flexible, a Tuesday or Wednesday morning start often saves more than any other single decision you make.
Tight parking, no loading zone, long carries from the front door, narrow staircases, or lifts that need to be booked - all of these add time.
If your removalists need to park 50 metres away and carry everything up two flights of stairs, expect that to show up in the final hours.
Let your removalist know about access challenges when booking so they can plan the right team size.
Packing and unpacking is charged in addition to the hourly rate - Ready Movers charges around $5 per carton for packing materials used on the day.
Heavy lift fees apply to items like pianos, pool tables, and marble tabletops ($185 per item on average).
If you're moving locally but also need short-term storage between properties, that's a separate cost worth factoring in. Typically $85 per week for 1-3 bedroom moves. Large scale moves $170+ per week depending on your size and requirments.
Planning an interstate move as well? See our guide to removalist costs for Brisbane interstate moves for a full breakdown of long-distance pricing.
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To ensure you get the best rate in removalist costs and a seamless moving experience, consider the following tips:
Book your move in advance and try to schedule it during off-peak hours to avoid traffic delays.
Ensure that parking is available for the moving truck and that movers have easy access to your property.
Compare quotes from different removalists to find the best deal for your specific needs.
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Set out a clear plan and have a floor plan ready for the removalist. Have a clear idea of what items are to stay and go and which rooms are to be delivered to first.
Marking your cartons with the name, room, and contents will ensure the removalist places them in the right area on delivery and save you from stress later.
For a standard local move, you can expect to pay between $220 and $325 per hour depending on the team size you need. A two-person crew with a truck typically runs $220 to $230 per hour, while a three-person crew for larger homes sits around $295 per hour. These rates include trained, AFRA-accredited staff and a No Damage Guarantee – so what you see is what you get.
A 3 bedroom home generally takes 5 to 8 hours with a two-person crew, putting the total cost at roughly $1,100 to $1760. If you opt for three movers to speed things up, budget around $1,625 to $2,600 for the same size job. Factors like stairs, long carries, or a large amount of fragile items can push the time – and therefore the cost – toward the higher end.
A callout fee covers the travel time for your removalists to get from the depot to your home, and back again after the job is done. At Ready Movers, the callout fee is calculated based on actual drive time rather than a flat fee, so it reflects your real location. It is charged at the same hourly rate as the move itself and is confirmed upfront in your quote – no surprises.
Generally, yes. The removals industry sees lower demand between June and August, which means more availability and sometimes better rates. Booking a mid-week move in winter is typically the most cost-effective combination. Avoiding the end-of-month rush (when leases expire) also helps – mid-month bookings tend to be easier to schedule and slightly less competitive on price.
No – packing cartons and materials are charged separately. Ready Movers charges around $5 per carton for packing boxes used on the day. The hourly rate does include complimentary plastic covers for all fabric items (sofas, mattresses, armchairs) as standard. If you want full packing and unpacking handled by the crew, let Ready Movers know when you book so they can allocate the right time.
Tipping is not expected in Australia, but it is always appreciated if the crew has done a great job. The best way to show your appreciation is by leaving a Google review – Ready Movers has earned over 2,000 five-star reviews from customers just like you, and a genuine review means a lot to the team. If you want to tip on the day, a small amount per person is a nice gesture, but entirely at your discretion.
By choosing Ready Movers, you can rest assured that your move will be handled efficiently and professionally, providing you with peace of mind during a typically stressful time.
Ready Movers offers a no-damage guarantee on all local moving services, which covers your walls, floors and all household items during your move.
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