How much does a removalist cost in Newcastle?
Most local moves in Newcastle cost $760–$2,850
for a 3–4 bedroom house
That covers 2–3 movers plus a truck for a standard Newcastle local move. Hourly rates run $95–$170/hr. Interstate moves (e.g. Newcastle to another capital) cost $3,000–$8,000+.
+3.3%
Removalist costs in Newcastle have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Removalist Cost in Newcastle
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A removalist in Newcastle costs $95–$170 per hour for 2 movers and a truck, which is the standard setup for most residential moves. A complete 3-bedroom local move costs $760–$1,900, while 4-bedroom homes run $1,150–$2,850. Interstate moves start from $2,850 and can exceed $7,600.
Detailed Pricing — Newcastle 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 movers + truck (hourly) | $95/hr | $135 | $170 |
| 3 movers + truck (hourly) | $135/hr | $180 | $240 |
| 1-bedroom (local move) | $285total | $475 | $665 |
| 2-bedroom (local move) | $475total | $760 | $1,150 |
| 3-bedroom (local move) | $760total | $1,225 | $1,900 |
| 4-bedroom (local move) | $1,150total | $1,700 | $2,850 |
| 3-bedroom (interstate) | $2,850total | $4,750 | $7,600 |
| Packing service (3-bed house) | $285total | $520 | $760 |
| Piano moving | $190per piano | $380 | $665 |
| Pool table moving | $285per table | $475 | $760 |
| Storage (per month, small unit) | $140/month | $240 | $380 |
| End of lease clean + move bundle | $760total | $1,325 | $2,100 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Newcastle metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.