How much does a move cost? Real updated prices
The average cost of a move in Italy in 2025 ranges from €350 to €1,500 for a local move, and from €900 to €3,000 for national routes. The price depends on distance, volume, floor and services requested.
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Factors that affect moving costs
The price of a move depends on five main factors: distance between origin and destination, volume of furniture and items, floor level and elevator availability, extra services requested, and time of year.
- Distance: directly impacts transport time and fuel
- Volume: main cost factor, calculated in cubic meters
- Floor without elevator: surcharge of €35 per level
- Floor with elevator: minimum surcharge of €10 per level
- Extra services: packing (+€120), assembly (+€100), disassembly (+€80)
Moving cost by distance
A local move within the same city costs on average €350-600. For distances up to 50 km the cost rises to €400-800. For regional moves (50-100 km) it ranges from €500 to €1,000. For national moves over 300 km the minimum is about €900.
How to save on your move
To reduce moving costs you can compare multiple quotes, choose a time away from weekends and end of month, reduce volume by eliminating unnecessary items, and pack yourself.
- Compare at least 3 different quotes
- Avoid end of month and weekends: prices are 20-30% higher
- Get rid of unused furniture and items before the move
- Pack yourself: save €120 on packing service
Frequently asked questions
How much does a move within the same city cost?
A local move starts from about €350 for a studio and reaches €800-1,000 for a large apartment, depending on floor, elevator and volume.
How much does the floor affect the moving price?
Without an elevator, each floor adds about €35 to the cost. A move to the 4th floor without elevator costs about €140 more than ground floor.
Is the quote binding?
The online quote is an indicative estimate. The final price is confirmed after evaluating the specific details of the move.
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