Moving to the Gold Coast?
The Gold Coast has it all! Beautiful beaches, laid-back lifestyle, city living and stunning sunsets. Get the inside scoop on Gold Coast schools, suburbs, house prices and more with our Moving to the Gold Coast guide.
Moving to the Gold Coast - What Options Do I Have?
Did you know there are several options when it comes to moving? Many people assume you can either hire a UHaul or use a removalist but there are a few more affordable options too.
Let’s start with comparing Gold Coast removalists or furniture movers. This is also called a full-service move.
Furniture movers will do the heavy lifting for you and will transport your items to your new location. They will also unload your furniture and other items so you don’t have to worry about any of that.
If you are after the easiest and less stressful way to move, this is by far your best option. You will also need to be in charge of packing your items into boxes, but, as for the furniture and larger items, your interstate removalists can handle this for you. Which means no broken backs or sore arms!
Compare interstate removalists quotes before deciding on a mover. It’s also important to check reviews and accreditation to ensure the interstate movers are reliable.
Find Gold Coast Backload Services
Another option you have when it comes to moving to the Gold Coast is a Queensland backload service. Backloading is when you book available truck space on a large interstate removalist truck that already has a primary load or is returning from somewhere. You may not need to book the entire truck for your move and thus, with backloading, you only pay for the space that you need. This is really popular for those moving to the Gold Coast as the Gold Coast is on a main coastal road. Thousands of trucks drive through every day.
You can read more about backloads here.
Gold Coast Container Transport / Self Pack Moves
Container transport is another smart option when it comes to interstate moving. There are two main ways you can do this. If you have your own container, you can pay to have a container transport company move your container from your house to your new location. This is called “transit only”. You will need to pack the container yourself and unload it at your new home, but you don’t have to worry about getting the container onto a truck or finding a way to move it.
If you don’t have a container, you can hire one which involves the same as above, but you will be given a container for 28 days. You then load it up and arrange for pick up and delivery. You can then unload it at your new location before the container is picked up. You can also pack at your own pace and unload in your own time.
Check out container transport quotes and costs here.
Gold Coast Removalists: FAQS
How Much Does it Cost to Relocate to the Gold Coast?
How much does it cost to move to the Gold Coast? Your best bet when looking at Gold Coast removalists costs is to get a quick quote from Best Rated Transport using our Comparison Service. However, generally speaking, to move to or from the Gold Coast, you’re looking at around $100 to $250 per cubic metre.
How Long Does it Take to Drive or Fly to the Gold Coast?
Below are some of the most common distances:
Melbourne to Gold Coast: It takes around 18 hours driving time from Melbourne to Gold Coast or 2 hours and 5 minutes to fly.
Sydney to Gold Coast: It takes around 9 hours driving time from Sydney to the Gold Coast or 1 hour and 20 minutes to fly.
Central Coast to Gold Coast: It takes around 8 hours driving time from Central Coast to the Gold Coast or 1 hour and 20 minutes to fly.
Adelaide to the Gold Coast: It takes around 23 hours driving time from Adelaide to the Gold Coast or 2 hours and 15 minutes to fly.
Perth to the Gold Coast: It takes around 46 hours driving time from Perth to the Gold Coast or 4 hours and 25 minutes to fly.
Gold Coast to Cairns: It takes around 20 hours driving time from Cairns to Gold Coast or 2 hours and 20 minutes to fly.
Darwin to the Gold Coast: It takes around 39 hours driving time from Darwin to the Gold Coast or 4 hours and 15 minutes to fly.
What factors influence Gold Coast removalist quotes?
Several factors will affect the removalist quotes you receive, including:
-Distance: The cost varies based on the starting and ending points of your interstate move to the GC.
-Volume of Items: The more items you need to move, measured in cubic meters, the higher the cost.
-Accessibility: Difficulties such as elevators, stairs, or steep driveways can impact the price.
-Special Items: Large or unusually shaped items may incur additional charges.
-Time of Move: Moving costs tend to be higher in peak seasons, particularly in January and December.
-Type of Move: Whether you choose a self-pack or full-service option can also affect the quote.
Can Best Rated Transport Handle My Move to the Gold Coast?
We certainly can! We are a local Queensland company and work with trusted transporters across Australia that can safely and securely transport your goods to or from Gold Coast.
We can also assist with any regional moves such as Rockhampton relocation, Gladstone removalists and Mackay removals.
How can I get an accurate quote when comparing Gold Coast removalists?
Provide as much detail as possible! If you are unsure, that’s totally fine. We can assist you with this as part of our free moving coordination services.
What About Car Transport?
Our network of transporters can move furniture, vehicles, boats, caravans and heavy machinery. Whatever you’re bringing to the Gold Coast, we can help get it there!
What if I have my own container?
We can also organise container transport as well as container hire if you'd prefer to go this route. Check out our Self-Pack page and be sure to request a free quote for container transport as well.
How do I get started?
Simply fill in your details and you’re one step closer to finding the best rate on your move to the Gold Coast.
What if I prefer to talk to someone?
Give our friendly team a call on 1 300 339 140.
We look forward to helping make your move to the Gold Coast the smoothest one yet.
