Prices for a 250-mile move: analysis and examples
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Finding solid information to estimate the cost of moving 250 miles can be a real challenge!
And it makes sense, because each household has its own specific needs.
But that doesn’t mean you can’t get a pretty close estimate.
That’s why I’ve compiled data from 90 moving services done thanks to Yoojo for moves of about 250 miles... and I’ve crunched the numbers!
Here’s what you’ll discover in this guide:
The average price for a 250-mile move in the UK
Here’s what I analysed to find the average price:
- All available online data
- 5 quotes from 4 different cities, gathered from well-established moving companies
- Our own statistics from the 90 moves over 250 miles done through our platform
Here’s what I found:
Average price in the UK:
Average price on Yoojo:
While a general statistic is helpful, it lacks detail, right?
What you really need is a price that factors in the different truck sizes… and you’ll find that just below!
To ensure consistency in our figures, we focused on economy moving rates.
Why?
Because the majority of requests on our platform fall into this category.
Price comparison based on the volume to be moved
The key statistic for estimating your move is a mix of the distance (around 250 miles) and the volume to be moved.
So, I’ve put together a table combining these two:
| Volume | Average price for a standard move | Average price on Yoojo |
|---|---|---|
| Move of 10m3 or less | £720 | £395 |
| Move of 20m3 | £928 | £478 |
| Move of 30m3 | £1133 | £568 |
| Move of 40m3 | £1609 | £807 |
| Move of 50m3 | £2091 | £1130 |
| Move of 60m3 | £2761 | £1469 |
| Move of 70m3 | £3092 | £1763 |
| Move of 80m3 | £3401 | £1957 |
Because Yoojo is a connection platform where movers set their own prices!
You can even ask for help just for an hour... and only pay for that hour!
With hundreds of movers spread across the country, you can take advantage of competition.
Because 80% of jobs are done between individuals, and usually cover short distances (under 12 miles).
Do prices vary based on the time of year?
Did you know that traditional moving prices can vary significantly depending on the season?
Particularly between expensive summer months and cheaper winter months.
I decided to analyse these fluctuations for moves between 230 miles and 292 miles.
Here’s what I found:
| Month | Price variation | Average price on Yoojo |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3% | £599.46 |
| February | -1% | £611.82 |
| March | -3% | £599.46 |
| April | -1% | £611.82 |
| May | +2% | £630.36 |
| June | +1% | £624.18 |
| July | +5% | £648.90 |
| August | +7% | £661.26 |
| September | +6% | £655.08 |
| October | -3% | £599.46 |
| November | -1% | £611.82 |
| December | -2% | £605.64 |
As you can see, prices on Yoojo remain fairly stable throughout the year.
It’s pretty logical when you think about it.
With hundreds of local movers available on our platform, you’ll always find someone to help you, no matter the season.
That’s why there isn’t much variation in prices!
Examples of listings posted by Yoojo clients
To wrap up this price guide, I thought it would be helpful to share a few examples of listings posted on Yoojo.
I focused specifically on clients who got help for moves of around 250 miles.
In the following examples, you’ll find:
- The services requested
- The total price paid
- The volume to be moved
Example 1: A small 250-mile move
💶 Total price paid: £350
🚛 Distance: 240 miles
Let’s start with a very straightforward listing:
- A move with no heavy items
- From Middlesbrough to Ilford
- Only 2m3 to move
Given these conditions, it was easy for our client from Middlesbrough to find a mover with a van to help out... all for just £350!
Example 2: A move from the countryside to London suburbs
💶 Total price paid: £395
🚛 Distance: 253 miles
This is the perfect example since our client moved exactly 250 miles!
She also provided detailed info about her small move in her listing.
It’s a strategy I’d recommend when you post your own listing. Detailed descriptions always help movers offer better quotes!
Example 3: A medium-sized move
💶 Total price paid: £510
🚛 Distance: 290 miles
Now we’re stepping it up with a client moving a 60m2 home.
This included appliances and heavy furniture.
Yet, she managed to do it for only £510!
Example 4: A bigger move
💶 Total price paid: £599
🚛 Distance: 205 miles
Does a larger volume always mean a much higher price?
Not necessarily.
In this case, our client moved a 22m3 load (twice the volume of the previous listing) but only paid £89 more.
Two reasons for that:
- No heavy items
- A shorter distance
As I mentioned earlier, each move is unique... the best approach is to post your free listing on our platform!
Find your perfect mover on Yoojo
At Yoojo, we’ve decided to make requesting a quote free from the movers near you.
Here’s how it works:
- Post a listing for free
- Request your personalised quote
- Chat with movers near you
- Book securely online
- Only pay if you find the right provider
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