Price of a 300mi move in the UK: with real examples

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Moving over 300mi is no small feat... and neither is the cost! 

But how much does it really cost?

It's a tough question because every move is unique.

That's why I decided to analyse the 200 moves carried out by local movers working on Yoojo.

The result? 

A detailed breakdown to give you a clearer idea of average prices.

Average cost for a 300 mi move in the UK

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Let's start with a straightforward statistic: I've calculated an "all-inclusive" average price based on several reliable sources.

I gathered all the available data online, consulted quotes from well-known moving companies, and compiled our own statistics from 200 moves covering from 250 to 375 miles through our platform.

Here's what I found:

Average price in the UK:

£1,263

Average price on Yoojo:

£615

Obviously, a general statistic won't give you precise information. 

What you really need is the specific cost that considers the different truck sizes. 

 
 What type of moves did we compare?

To ensure consistency in our comparison, we focused on economy moving rates. 

This type of service represents the majority of requests we receive on Yoojo.

Price breakdown based on truck volume

A man moving boxes into his apartment

This is the most exciting part of the guide!

Distance is a crucial factor in determining the cost of your move.

However, I’ve gone further by giving you stats based on the truck volume for a 300 mi journey. 

See the table below:

Volume Average cost for a standard move Average price on Yoojo
Move of 10m3 or less £671 £363
Move of 20m3 £866 £439
Move of 30m3 £1,056 £522
Move of 40m3 £1500 £742
Move of 50m3 £1950 £1038
Move of 60m3 £2575 £1350
Move of 70m3 £3321 £1620
Move of 80m3 £4252 £1799
 
💰 Why is it cheaper on Yoojo?

On Yoojo, the movers set their own prices. You can request help for just one hour and only pay for that time!

With hundreds of movers available nationwide, you can take advantage of competition to get the best prices.

Many jobs are done between individuals, which significantly lowers the costs.

Do moving prices change depending on the time of year?

A mover carefully packing boxes into a moving van

As you might already know, traditional moving prices fluctuate, rising 15-20% in summer and falling by up to 15% in winter.

I decided to examine whether this price variation exists on Yoojo.

Here's what I found:

Month Price variation Average price on Yoojo
January -5% £584.63
February -5% £584.63
March -3% £596.94
April -2% £603.09
May +1% £621.55
June +1% £621.55
July +8% £664.63
August +7% £658.48
September +2% £627.71
October -3% £596.94
November -3% £596.94
December -3% £596.94

As you can see, prices on Yoojo are fairly constant throughout the year.

This is understandable, as with hundreds of local movers available, you’ll always find someone to help, regardless of the time of year.

Examples of 300mi moves paid by Yoojo clients

A family unpacking boxes in their living room

To wrap up, here are a few examples of 300mi move listings posted on Yoojo.

I've selected clients specifically looking for movers for a 250-375mi distance. 

You'll find below:

  • The service requested
  • Total price paid
  • The space to be moved

Example 1: Finding muscles and a van

💶 Total price paid: £329
🚛 Distance: 303mi

Screenshot of a Yoojo listing for a 300mi move

This is a classic example often seen on Yoojo.

Our client needed someone to load the van, drive the 300mi, and unload it at the other end... Simple and clear!

For this 303mi move, she only paid £329!


Example 2: Moving across the country

💶 Total price paid: £443
🚛 Distance: 347mi

An Ad posted on Yoojo to find a mover for a 347mi distance

This next example is a move of 347mi.

As you can see, the client didn’t include many details in the listing.

But don’t worry! On Yoojo, you can chat with movers for free before booking anyone.

However, I recommend adding as much information as possible upfront to avoid answering too many questions from interested movers.


Example 3: A big move to Thornaby

💶 Total price paid: £806
🚛 Distance: 374mi

Screenshot of a 374mi move listing on Yoojo

This client needed to move a large 538 sqft space.

For such a big job, several trucks and movers are often required.

That’s why the price is higher at £806!


Example 4: A move requiring 3 movers

💶 Total price paid: £1271
🚛 Distance: 301mi

Yoojo listing for a 301 miles move

This was another large move: 301mi, 349 sqft of space, and three movers!

For a job this size, I definitely recommend hiring multiple movers to make things easier.

In the end, the client paid £1271, or about £423 per mover—not as expensive as you might think!


Find the ideal mover on Yoojo

On Yoojo, we've made it free to request quotes so you can find movers in your area.

Here’s what you can do on Yoojo:

  1. Post a listing for free
  2. Request a personalised quote
  3. Chat with local movers
  4. Book securely online
  5. Only pay once you’ve found the right mover

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