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Thirty miles is a classic UK move — Reading to Oxford, Bristol to Bath, Southampton to Portsmouth. Not local, not long-distance. Here are the real 2026 fixed-price ranges.
Typical 30-mile fixed prices
| Property | Crew | Lorry | Fixed price (typical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed flat | 2 | 7.5-tonne | £395 – £495 |
| 2-bed flat / small house | 2 | 7.5-tonne | £495 – £695 |
| 3-bed house | 3 | 12-tonne | £795 – £1,095 |
| 4-bed house | 3 | 12/18-tonne | £1,095 – £1,595 |
| 5-bed house | 4 | 18-tonne | £1,595 – £2,295 |
All prices include fully-insured crews (£2m public liability, £50k goods-in-transit), wardrobe cartons, mattress covers, dismantling and reassembly.
What drives the number up
- Full packing service: +£250–£600
- Piano, safe, American fridge: +£150–£350 each
- Long carry (over 20m from door to lorry): +£80–£150
- Congestion Zone or ULEZ crossings: +£25–£50
- Peak Friday / end-of-month slot: +15–25%
What drives the number down
- Mid-week, mid-month slot
- Winter month (Jan / Feb / Nov)
- Part-packing or self-pack
- Aggressive decluttering
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to move 30 miles in the UK?
- A typical 30-mile UK move ranges from £395 for a 1-bed flat to £2,295 for a large 5-bed house. A 3-bed family home moving 30 miles usually falls between £795 and £1,095 fixed price, including insurance, dismantling and packing materials.
- Is a 30-mile move cheaper than a 100-mile move?
- Yes — usually by 15–30%. The main driver is diesel and driver hours rather than the mileage itself. A 100-mile move often needs an overnight, which adds another day of crew time.
- Does distance always add to the removal cost?
- Not linearly. Under 15 miles, distance barely affects the price — most of the cost is packing and loading time. Over 50 miles, mileage starts to dominate. Over 200 miles, an overnight stop typically becomes cheaper than a two-driver day trip.
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