June 2, 2025
How Much Does a Moving Service Cost?
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How Much Does a Moving Service Cost?
How Much Does a Moving Service Cost? Here's How the Price Is Determined
The cost of a moving service is often based on a fixed price, determined by the type of vehicle used, the number of movers, the size of the home, the moving distance, hours worked, and any additional materials such as moving boxes. Another pricing option is an hourly rate, which is convenient for shorter moves or when there's not much to transport.
Because every move is unique, ordering a moving service can feel complicated. With Kotihandi, it's easy: you define the additional services and number of movers needed. Just fill out the details in the Kotihandi app to see your moving price immediately.
In this article, we’ll help you understand how much a moving service costs and what the price is based on. You’ll also get to know Finland’s first household service bonus program.
Affordable Moving Service – Pay Only for What You Need
There are many full-service moving companies on the market that include everything in the price. However, customers don’t always need boxes or packing help – they just want assistance with carrying and transportation, i.e. outsourcing the heavy lifting. If you already have helpers, just getting a van and driver makes the service much more affordable.
Kotihandi’s moving service starts at €79/hour, which includes a large van and a driver who can also assist with the move if needed. Price examples are listed at the end of the article.
A Moving Service May Be Cheaper Than Renting a Van
Sometimes, simply renting a van can be more expensive than hiring a moving service. You may need to book the van for a full day if the distance is long or there’s a lot of furniture. You also need time to pick up and return the rental, which counts toward your rental period.
Next, we’ll explain how the price of a Kotihandi move is calculated and what you need to consider when booking.
Number of Movers
You can use your own helpers during the move or fully outsource the carrying to the service. When requesting a quote, state how many helpers you’ll have and order additional movers as needed. If no carrying help is needed, a van or truck and a driver is enough.
When ordering from Kotihandi, fill in your housing details and our system will suggest the ideal number of movers. You still have the final say on how many to book.
Having more movers speeds up the job – for example, two movers will complete a move significantly faster than one. This can affect the total duration and potentially the hourly or fixed price.
If your own helpers can't make it on moving day, you can order just carrying help from Kotihandi – even for same-day service.
Van or Truck?
A van or light truck only requires a B-class license, while driving a heavy truck requires a C-class license, which can influence driver pricing. The type of vehicle also affects the total cost – for example, trucks with a tail lift make moving much easier. Vans are usually a more economical option.
Home Size and Amount of Belongings
The bigger the home, the longer the move takes. The amount of belongings and the size of the apartment are key factors in the price, and should be described as accurately as possible.
Moving services generally only include carrying packed items and furniture, unless packing has been ordered separately. Be realistic and pack everything in advance. Poorly packed or extra-large loads can increase the total cost.
A large moving truck also makes things faster, ensuring that all items fit in one trip. Make sure to choose a vehicle that's large enough for an efficient and timely move.
Timing
Moving schedules are often tight. With proper planning, you can better estimate how long the move will take. It's best to book early to ensure availability of vehicles and movers.
These time-related factors affect the price:
- Is the move on a weekend or weekday? Prices can be higher on weekends. With Kotihandi, there are no weekend surcharges – you always get affordable pricing.
- How far in advance are you booking? Last-minute orders may affect availability and pricing.
- How much stuff needs to be carried and how long does loading/unloading take? Loading usually takes longer than unloading.
- How long is the transport time? What's the moving distance?
- When does your old apartment need to be vacated? If moving and final cleaning happen the same day, reserve enough time to empty the place beforehand.
Long-Distance Charges
If you're moving between cities, plan for extra time. When you order from Kotihandi, our system automatically calculates the time needed for transportation and carrying.
Moving Boxes and Packing Materials
Moving boxes are usually not included in the price, and must be ordered separately in advance. You can use cardboard boxes, but plastic ones are safer for transport. Many moving companies require plastic boxes to ensure safe delivery.
Plastic boxes also let you pack more compactly and can be stacked efficiently.
You can also order packing help from Kotihandi.
Moving a One-Bedroom, Two-Bedroom, or Three-Bedroom Apartment – See Price Estimates
Kotihandi has experience with hundreds of successful moves and provides comprehensive services for homes of all sizes. To get the best price, enter your home details in the Kotihandi app. You’ll see prices instantly with no commitment.
Here are a few example prices. The actual cost will depend on distance and how much you’re moving.
One-Bedroom Apartment – Two Movers + Van from €89/h
40–50 m² apartment, large van, moving within the same city, estimated time ~3.5 h.
Total: €311.50.
Total: €311.50.
Two-Bedroom Apartment – Two Movers + Light Truck from €109/h
50–70 m² apartment, light truck, moving within the same city, estimated time ~4.5 h.
Total: €490.50.
Total: €490.50.
Three-Bedroom Apartment – Three Movers + Light Truck from €148/h
70–80 m² apartment, light truck, moving within the same city, estimated time ~5.5 h.
Total: €814.
Total: €814.
Order an Affordable Moving Service from Kotihandi and Earn Cashback with KotiCash
Kotihandi makes booking household services easy and is the first platform in Finland to offer cashback through a bonus system. In addition to moving, we also offer services like cleaning and installations. Every move, cleaning, or other service booked through Kotihandi earns you 2.5% cashback, which you can use as a discount on your next order.
For example, if you book a move worth €814, you’ll receive €20.35 in KotiCash, which you can spend on your next order, such as home cleaning. When you book services, you earn money back!
Learn more about KotiCash in our article.
