How much does a moving company cost?

Discover what a moving company costs in the Netherlands. Compare prices, view average rates and request free quotes.

Ranges compiled from Dutch market rates. Moving.nl does not carry out the work itself.

Updated on 25 July 2026

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In short

  • A moving company usually costs €350 to €2,800 per verhuizing.
  • Arbeid is the biggest item, around 55 percent of the total.
  • The cheapest item is verhuizing studio/1-kamer from €350, the most expensive verhuizing eengezinswoning up to €2,800.
  • 5 factors decide what you pay, from the floor you live on to the distance.

What costs what

Where your money goes

Total

€350to€2,800

  • Labor55%

    €195 to €1,550 per move

    Twee tot drie verhuizers, inclusief laden en lossen.

  • Transport30%

    €105 to €840 per move

    Wagen, brandstof en de rit heen en terug.

  • Materiaal15%

    €55 to €420 per move

    Dekens, folie, banden en dozen.

Split across the main cost items. Amounts are derived from the indicative range above.

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How much does a moving company cost in 2026?

The costs for a moving company depend on several factors: the size of your home, the distance between your old and new address, the floor on which you live and the extra services you purchase. On average in the Netherlands you pay between 700 and 1,400 euros for a complete move.

For a small apartment or studio the costs are between 350 and 750 euros. A two-room home costs on average 600 to 1,200 euros, while for a family home with three or more rooms you can count on 900 to 2,800 euros. For a large detached house or villa, the costs can amount to 3,000 euros or more.

How are moving costs calculated?

Moving companies calculate their prices based on the volume of your belongings (in cubic meters), the number of movers needed, the estimated time and the distance. Most companies work with an hourly rate or a fixed project price.

An hourly rate is on average between 35 and 55 euros per mover per hour. With a fixed price you will receive a total amount in advance based on an inventory. The advantage of a fixed price is that you know exactly what you will spend, regardless of how long the move takes.

In addition, most moving companies charge call-out fees. These are on average between 50 and 150 euros, depending on the distance to your address.

Additional costs to take into account

Naast het basistarief zijn er extra kosten die de totaalprijs kunnen verhogen. Een verhuislift kost 150 tot 350 euro per dag en is noodzakelijk als je op een hogere verdieping woont zonder brede trap of lift.

A packing service costs an average of 30 to 50 euros per hour. This is useful if you have little time or want to have fragile items professionally packed. Moving boxes and packing materials cost 50 to 150 euros if you purchase them from the moving company.

Separate rates apply for special items such as a piano (200-600 euros), a safe or an aquarium. Always ask about this in advance so that you are not faced with any surprises.

Moving costs per type of home

The size and layout of your home is the most important cost factor. A student room with little furniture only costs 200 to 400 euros to move. A two-room apartment without a lot of heavy furniture costs around 600 to 900 euros.

For a terraced house or terraced house with three bedrooms you pay an average of 900 to 1,500 euros. A corner house or semi-detached house costs 1,200 to 2,000 euros due to the larger volume. A detached house quickly costs more than 2,000 euros.

Save moving costs

De slimste manier om te besparen is het vergelijken van meerdere offertes. Prijzen kunnen tot 40% verschillen tussen verhuisbedrijven voor exact dezelfde klus. Via Moving.nl vraag je snel en gratis meerdere offertes aan.

Verhuizen op een doordeweekse dag is 15 tot 25% goedkoper dan in het weekend. De eerste en laatste dag van de maand zijn het duurst vanwege de hoge vraag. Ook buiten de zomermaanden (juni-september) zijn de tarieven lager.

Pak zoveel mogelijk zelf in. Elk uur dat de verhuizers besparen scheelt direct geld. Zorg ook dat alles klaarstaat wanneer de verhuizers aankomen, zodat ze meteen aan de slag kunnen.

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What determines the price?

  • Volume van de inboedel

    The more stuff you have, the more movers and time are required. Moving a studio is cheaper than a family home.

  • Afstand

    A local move is cheaper than a long-distance move. Above 50 km, fuel and time costs increase.

  • Verdieping en toegankelijkheid

    Do you live on the 3rd floor without an elevator? Then it will cost more due to extra time and possibly a moving lift.

  • Dag en periode

    Moving during the week and outside the summer months is 15-25% cheaper than weekends and the 1st of the month.

  • Extra services

    Packing, disassembly/assembly, piano moving and storage facilities increase costs.

Saving tips

  • Plan je verhuizing op een doordeweekse dag buiten het zomerseizoen voor 15 tot 25 procent lagere kosten.
  • Vraag altijd minimaal drie offertes op en vergelijk ze op basis van hetzelfde dienstenpakket.
  • Pak zelf zoveel mogelijk in voordat de verhuizers arriveren - elk uur dat ze minder werken scheelt direct geld.
  • Vraag expliciet naar bijkomende kosten zoals parkeerontheffingen, inpakmateriaal en toeslagen voor zware items.
  • Controleer of de offerte inclusief btw is en of het bedrijf een aansprakelijkheidsverzekering heeft.

Frequently asked questions

Wat kost een verhuisbedrijf gemiddeld?
An average move in the Netherlands costs between 700 and 1,400 euros. For a small home you pay 600 to 900 euros. For a larger family home 1,000 to 1,800 euros.
Welke factoren bepalen de verhuiskosten?
The most important factors are: the volume of your belongings, the distance, the floor (stairs or elevator), and extra services such as packing or a moving lift.
Is een verhuisbedrijf goedkoper op bepaalde dagen?
Yes, moving during the week is often 20-30% cheaper than at the weekend. You also save outside busy periods.
Zijn verhuiskosten fiscaal aftrekbaar?
Moving costs are tax deductible in certain situations, for example if you move because of a new job. Consult the Tax Authorities for current rules.

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