Cost of a 40m³ move in the UK: with practical examples

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Moving 40 cubic meters can be expensive... really expensive!

But how much, you ask?

At Yoojo, I’ve had the pleasure of helping over 80 people move their 40 cubic meters... so trust me, I know a thing or two about prices!

In this guide, I’ll share with you the average moving rates for traditional movers and those on Yoojo.

You’ll discover pricing based on distance, the time of year, and even examples of ads posted on our website, giving you a broad range of information.

Let’s dive in!

Summary

The average cost: just for fun
Average costs for moving 40 cubic meters: based on distance
Price variations by month
Examples of prices for moves of around 40 cubic meters
Conclusion: Every move is special...

The average cost: just for fun

someone trying to carry a pile of boxes that is way too tall

As you can probably guess, the cost of your move will vary greatly depending on the options you choose and the distance to cover.

However, for those of you in a rush to get a clear estimate, I’ve calculated an average price based on several reliable sources:

many statistics available online,
quotes collected from well-established traditional companies,
and our own data from 80 moves of 40 cubic meters completed via our platform.

Here are the results I found for you:

Average price in the UK:

£1520

Average price on Yoojo:

£610

These statistics are useful to give you an initial idea, but it’s important to understand that the average cost is far from reality.

In fact, it’s the distance to travel that plays the most crucial role in determining the final cost of your move. It’s this variable that has the greatest impact on costs.

I’ll explain everything in detail just below!

💰 Why is it cheaper on Yoojo?

Because on Yoojo, the movers set their own rates, so you get offers tailored to your region!

Because you have the flexibility to ask for help for just an hour, and only pay for that time!

Because with a network of hundreds of movers across the country, you can take advantage of the competition to get the best offers.

Because 80% of the jobs are done between individuals and cover short distances (less than 12 miles).

Average costs for moving 40 cubic meters: based on distance

A mover organising boxes in a van (pencil sketch illustration)

This is the most exciting part of the guide!

The key statistic to accurately estimate the cost of your move is the distance to travel.

And I’ve put everything in a handy table:

Distance	Average price for a standard move	Average price on Yoojo
Local move (less than 12 miles)	£510.0	£240.0
Move around 31 miles	£872.1	£307.2
Move around 62 miles	£1308.2	£553.0
Move around 124 miles	£1962.2	£713.3
Move around 311 miles	£3139.6	£998.6
Move around 621 miles	£4301.2	£1547.9

How did I make this comparison?

To ensure consistency between the two comparisons, I focused on the prices for economy moves. This type of service represents the majority of requests we receive on our platform.

Price variations by month

A family unloading moving boxes from a van (pencil illustration)

You probably already know that moving prices vary by season: +15 to 20% in summer and up to -15% in winter.

So, I wanted to calculate how this plays out on Yoojo.

Here’s what I found:

Month	Price variation	Average price observed on Yoojo
January	-6%	£582.80
February	-5%	£589.00
March	-3%	£601.40
April	0%	£620.00
May	-1%	£613.80
June	+5%	£651.00
July	+6%	£657.20
August	+9%	£675.80
September	+2%	£632.40
October	-1%	£613.80
November	0%	£620.00
December	-3%	£601.40

As you can see, prices on Yoojo remain relatively stable throughout the year.

This stability is due to the large network of hundreds of local movers available on our platform... there’s always someone available to help, no matter the season.

In the end, it’s really the distance of your move that will have the biggest impact on your budget.

Examples of prices for moves of around 40 cubic meters

A family unpacking boxes in their new home, just after their move

To wrap up this guide on prices, what better way than to show you some listings posted on Yoojo?

I’ve obviously focused on clients looking for a mover for around 40 cubic meters, as this is what interests you!

You'll discover:

The service requested
The total price paid
The volume to be moved

This will give you a concrete idea of the costs and services you can expect.

Example 1: Moving 40 cubic meters within the same town

💶 Total price paid: £120
📏Volume moved: 42m3

A screenshot of a Yoojo listing for a 42m3 move

Let’s start with an interesting example where the client is just a couple of miles away.

It's worth noting here that, although the client only paid £120 for a large volume, it’s because they already had the van.

They simply used Yoojo to find help loading and unloading the van.

Example 2: Moving 40 cubic meters over 62 miles

💶 Total price paid: £490
📏Volume moved: 42m3

Example of a Yoojo listing for a client moving 42m3 over 62 miles

Now, let’s go a bit further with a client moving about 62 miles away.

As you can see, distance plays a crucial role in the final price paid by the client!

But we’re still very close to the average prices on Yoojo.

Example 3: Moving 45 cubic meters over 217 miles

💶 Total price paid: £515
📏Volume moved: 45m3

a 45m3 move from london to manchester - Yoojo Example

We’re more than doubling the distance for a move of over 217 miles from the starting point here.

Yet, the price hasn’t risen much. This shows that many factors come into play: where you live, how many movers are ready to help, the time of year, etc.

The best way to know for sure is to ask movers near you.