How much does a removalist cost in Sydney?
Most local moves in Sydney cost $920–$3,450
for a 3–4 bedroom house
That covers 2–3 movers plus a truck for a standard Sydney local move. Hourly rates run $115–$205/hr. Interstate moves (e.g. Sydney to another capital) cost $3,000–$8,000+.
+3.4%
Removalist costs in Sydney have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Removalist Cost in Sydney
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A removalist in Sydney costs $115–$205 per hour for 2 movers and a truck, which is the standard setup for most residential moves. A complete 3-bedroom local move costs $920–$2,300, while 4-bedroom homes run $1,375–$3,450. Interstate moves start from $3,450 and can exceed $9,200.
Detailed Pricing — Sydney 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 movers + truck (hourly) | $115/hr | $160 | $205 |
| 3 movers + truck (hourly) | $160/hr | $220 | $290 |
| 1-bedroom (local move) | $345total | $575 | $805 |
| 2-bedroom (local move) | $575total | $920 | $1,375 |
| 3-bedroom (local move) | $920total | $1,500 | $2,300 |
| 4-bedroom (local move) | $1,375total | $2,075 | $3,450 |
| 3-bedroom (interstate) | $3,450total | $5,750 | $9,200 |
| Packing service (3-bed house) | $345total | $630 | $920 |
| Piano moving | $230per piano | $460 | $805 |
| Pool table moving | $345per table | $575 | $920 |
| Storage (per month, small unit) | $170/month | $290 | $460 |
| End of lease clean + move bundle | $920total | $1,600 | $2,525 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Sydney metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.