House Move Quotes: FAQs

What is the cheapest way to move interstate? 

There are two main things to consider when moving. First is time. Second is money.  For those who are on a budget and happy to do a bit of heavy lifting to save, we suggest a self-pack move through container transport or container hire. This is also known as container transport. 

For those who are time-poor and happy to spend a bit more for the full-service (loading, unloading, etc) then we recommend a furniture removalist.

How much does it cost to move interstate in Australia? 

This depends on how you decide to move. 

Full service interstate moves tend to be more expensive than self-pack moves because you are doing more of the work. 

In general, you’re looking at around  $100 to $300 per cubic metre for a full-service move. So, if you are moving, let’s say 60 cubic metres, you’re looking at $6,000 to $18,000. 

A 40ft container will hold around the same - 60 cubic metres and generally costs around $3,000 to $6,000 to move interstate in Australia. However, there are additional costs to consider with self-pack moves including permit fees. 

Ultimately, your choice depends on your budget, time constraints, and personal preferences. You can check out our moving calculator for more details about moving costs in Australia. 

What is the best way to get cheap moving quotes?

We will explain the difference in a moment but the best way to get cheap moving quotes is to do a quick comparison of BOTH of these options which you can do through Best Rated Transport. 

Compare BOTH options and see which one works best for you and your moving needs.

What is the Easiest Way to Move Interstate? 

The easiest option for moving, especially if you are moving interstate or long distance, is to hire a professional removalist to assist you with your move. 

Removalists are also known as house movers and furniture movers and, essentially do the heavy lifting for you. This is also known as a full-service move. They will pack your contents into a truck for you and then transport your item to your new location. They will also unload your furniture and other items so you don’t have to worry about any of that.

You don’t need to worry about insurance, fuel costs, unloading and loading your goods and transporting your items. This is all done for you. 

How do I find the cheapest furniture removalists? 

The cheapest way to move interstate if you want a full-service move is to consider a backload near you. Backloading is when you book available truck space on a large interstate removalist truck that already has a primary load. 

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. 

With a backload removalist, you will still receive the same services as a house mover - loading and unloading and transport. You also don’t have to worry about insurance or fuel costs.

You can read more about backloads here. 

How Does a Self-Pack Work?

 If you have your own container, you can pay for “transit only” which means a carrier will move your container from your house to your new location. 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. 

Container transport is generally done by either rail or road depending on the distance. While container transport isn't always cheaper than using a professional removalist, it is with some long distance moves. 

Like hiring professional furniture removalists, you don't have to worry about making the drive yourself and containers can carry furniture as well as vehicles (be sure to request this). This is definitely a plus for anyone looking to bypass the long distance drive and just fly to their new home. Like removalists, you also don’t have to worry about insurance or fuel costs. 

Check out container transport quotes and costs here. 

What about car transport quotes?

Moving a car interstate if you are not planning to drive it takes a bit of planning as well. Through Best Rated Transport you can also compare car transport quotes for free. 

Our network of transporters can move furniture, vehicles, boats, caravans and heavy machinery. 

Discover Car Transport Quotes. 

What factors influence the cost to move interstate? 

Several factors will affect long distance moving quotes. The time of year matters with January and December being the busiest for interstate moving (and thus the most expensive). 

Another factor is the volume of your items as well as the distance you are moving. 

How can I get accurate interstate moving quotes? 

Provide as much detail as possible! If you are unsure, that’s totally fine. Best Rated Transport can assist you with this as part of our free moving coordination services.

Who is Best Rated Transport?

Best Rated Transport is a Queensland-based company who has assisted thousands of people in moving both to and from Queensland. We specialise in moving quotes Brisbane, moving quotes Cairns, interstate moving quotes Melbourne and more. We also pride ourselves in being able to connect our customers to cheap interstate moving quotes to regional and remote locations such as Port Douglas, Mackay, Mount Isa and Weipa. 

Instead of reaching out to multiple removalists, we do the legwork for you. Just fill in your moving details, and we’ll connect you with trusted transporters who provide competitive long distance moving quotes.

Compare prices, read reviews, and find the ideal removalist for your needs—free quotes with no obligation to book.

Why Book Through Best Rated Transport? 

We offer something truly unique in the moving industry - personalised support, instant quotes and our patented 7-point comparison that ensures the company you choose comes with our green tick of approval. 

With Best Rated Transport you don’t have to worry about a thing!

Our professional moving coordinators can assist you every step of the way, including with inventory, quotes and packing materials.

We only work with interstate removalists that pass our stringent 7-point comparison inspection and our dedication to a personalised moving experience is what sets us apart from the rest. 

Here’s what you can expect when booking with Best Rated Transport: 

-Instant Moving Quotes from Several Removalists 

-Compare Moving Quotes, Insurance, Reviews, Transport Companies in your own time 

-No Booking Fees or Obligations.

-No Credit Card Needed to Access Quotes

-Australia’s First 7-Point Comparison

-Australian Owned and Operated

-Compare budget moves, self-pack and full-service moves all in one place.

-Free move coordinator with every quote

-Free Moving Guide with every quote

Our goal at Best Rated Transport is to ensure our customers have a stress-free moving experience. Our online platform allows you to compare trusted removalists and moving companies to find the best rate for your move. Give the team at Best Rated Transport a call and we’ll help ensure this move is your smoothest one yet. 

What Makes Best Rated Transport Different? 

What sets us apart from the rest is that we care about your move. We understand the stresses that come with this and we know that moving can be a lot more expensive than many realise. That’s why we developed our comparison - to allow you to compare moving quotes for free, in your own time and find the best option for you. 

We are also the only company in Australia that allows you to compare container transport and full service removalists in the same place. 

Do you have any free resources to assist with interstate moving? 

We certainly do! Download our Good Transport Guide - our ebook designed to help cut down the costs of moving interstate and provide you with plenty of organisational checklists to plan your move including moving checklists, inventory sheets, moving budgets and even road trip activities to keep the kids happy.

Speaking of kids, download our Free Moving Journal for Kids to assist them with this big change. Let them track their move, how they are feeling and get them excited about this big change. 

We also have hundreds of articles on our BLOG to assist you with everything about moving, from centrelink support for moving to what to do with all those leftover moving boxes. 

How do I get started?

Don't start your interstate moving journey on a rocky road. Simply Click on the Get Quote button below and fill in a few details.

Log in as a guest or use your email and no credit card deets are required to access free quotes.

What if I have more questions?

We have a FAQ page dedicated to everything you need to know about Best Rated Transport and how it works.

What if I prefer to talk to someone?

Give our friendly team a call on 1 300 339 140.

Moving is hard enough without making comparing moving quotes hard too. So take the easy route and book with Best Rated Transport today!