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Moving Cost Calculator: estimate what your move will cost
MovingBuddy does not know local prices, so you type in the quotes or estimates you have. The calculator adds them up, works out fuel from distance, and shows where your money goes.
What to include
- Moving company: the quoted price, including labour and insurance.
- Rental vehicle: daily rate, mileage charges and any deposit you will not get back.
- Packing materials: the Box Calculator gives you quantities to price up.
- Storage: monthly cost multiplied by the months you need.
- Additional services: cleaning, furniture assembly, disposal, parking permits.
How fuel is calculated
Fuel = one-way distance × 2 for the return journey × number of trips × consumption per 100 km ÷ 100 × fuel price. Trips come from the Truck Size Calculator when you have used it. If you hire a driver, fuel is normally in the quote, so set distance to zero.
This is a budgeting aid, not a quotation. Ask each supplier for a written quote and check what is excluded.
Frequently asked questions
Why is there no default price?
Prices vary a lot by country, season and distance. Using your own numbers is more honest than guessing.
Does it include tips or taxes?
Only if you enter them. Use Other expenses for anything not covered.
Can I change the currency?
Yes, choose €, $ or £ at the top.