How much does a removalist cost in Sydney in 2026?
Updated 17 September 2026
Removalist cost in Sydney in 2026 still comes down to time, access and how packed you are. Glide Move charges $170 an hour incl. GST for two professionals and a 28 m³ / 4.5 tonne truck. There is a three-hour minimum, then we bill in 30-minute increments. Travel between pickup and delivery sits in the quote. No deposit.
If you are comparing removalists Sydney prices, ask what the hourly figure actually covers. A cheap headline rate that adds stairs, fuel, wrapping and a travel fee is not cheaper. See what is included and how hidden fees usually appear.
How much do removalists in Sydney charge per hour?
In 2026 Glide Move’s removalist cost in Sydney is $170 an hour incl. GST. That is two professionals, the 28 m³ / 4.5 tonne truck, wrapping, furniture assembly, insurance and travel between the two properties. Three-hour minimum ($510), then 30-minute increments. A cheap headline rate that adds stairs, fuel and wrapping later is not a cheaper removalist.
These are guides for a well-packed, moderately furnished home with reasonable access. Stairs, long carries, lifts and unpacking stretch the clock.
| Home | Typical hours | From (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bed | about 3 hours | $510 |
| 2 bedroom | 3–5 hours | $510 |
| 3–4 bedroom | 6–8 hours | $1,020 |
| 5+ bedroom | 8–12 hours | $1,360 |
Book a month ahead and we take $50 off the final price. Extra crew or a larger truck is quoted if the inventory needs it. Get an estimate with pickup, delivery and access notes and the number tightens.
What changes the removalist cost in Sydney
- Packing. Boxes still open when we arrive means we pack on the clock, or you book packing in the estimate.
- Access. Walk-ups, tight Inner West streets, no lift, steep drives and long carries add time.
- Distance. A local Sydney move is different from Sydney to the Central Coast or Newcastle. Travel between the two addresses is in our quote.
- Heavy items. Pianos, marble, gym gear and fish tanks need extra hands — tell us on the form.
Hourly vs fixed-price quotes
Local and corridor jobs (Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle) are quoted hourly because time depends on the day. Interstate to Canberra, Melbourne or Brisbane can be a fixed-price quote. Either way you get the number before we book. No deposit. No cancellation fee — just tell us as early as you can if plans change.
How to get an accurate Sydney removalist quote
- Send pickup and delivery suburbs, date and home size on the estimate form.
- Note stairs, lift, parking and anything heavy.
- Say if you want us to pack, or if you will be packed the night before.
- We come back with an estimate. Confirm it and you are booked.
Call 0467 017 141 or request an estimate. Two crew, 28 m³ / 4.5 tonne, wrapping, assembly and insurance are in the $170/hr rate.
Common questions
How much do removalists in Sydney cost per hour?
Glide Move is $170 per hour incl. GST for two removalists and a 28 m³ / 4.5 tonne truck. Three-hour minimum, then 30-minute increments.
How much does a 3 bedroom house move cost in Sydney?
Most 3–4 bedroom homes take 6–8 hours. At $170/hr that is about $1,020–$1,360, including travel between the two properties.
Are GST, wrapping and travel included in Sydney removalist prices?
Yes with Glide Move. GST, protective wrapping, furniture assembly, insurance and travel between pickup and delivery are in the hourly rate. No deposit.
How do I get an accurate removalist quote in Sydney?
Send both suburbs, the date, home size, stairs or lift, parking and anything heavy on the estimate form. Packed homes match the hour guide more closely.