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Long Distance Removals from London
Moving from London to Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh or anywhere else in the UK — or into London from elsewhere? Our London-based crew plans the route, the timing and the driver’s breaks, then loads, drives and unloads your home for a fixed price agreed before you book.
32
Boroughs covered
Fixed
Quotes before move day
Insured
Goods + liability
How a long-distance move from London is planned
Long distance removals from Phi Movers take you from London to anywhere in mainland UK — or bring you into London from elsewhere — with the same London-based crew loading, driving and unloading. Whether you’re moving to Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, Edinburgh or a village in Cornwall, the job is planned around the route, the legal limits on driving time and the size of your home, then quoted as a fixed price before you book.
A long-distance move is a different job from a cross-London one. A few hundred miles means the timing has to work: loading early enough to arrive while it’s still light, legal breaks for the driver, keys being released at the other end, and parking for a large van on a street the crew has never seen. For bigger homes or the longest routes, the sensible plan is often a two-day move — load and drive on day one, an overnight stop, then deliver fresh on day two.
You’ll choose between a dedicated van, which carries only your belongings on your dates, and a part load, where you share space on a van already heading your way and pay less in return for more flexible timing. We’ll explain which suits your move, give you a written inventory-based quote and tell you exactly what’s included — so you can compare us properly with any other long distance moving company.
Planning a London to anywhere-in-the-UK move
A cross-London move is mostly about parking and stairs. A long-distance move adds the clock. The crew has to load, drive a few hundred miles within legal driving limits, take proper breaks and still arrive with enough daylight and energy to unload safely — and the keys at the new address have to be released in time. We plan each of those before we quote, not on the day.
Drivers of larger removal vehicles must follow drivers’ hours rules, which set maximum driving time and require regular breaks. That’s why a removal van can’t simply drive non-stop from London to Scotland. For shorter routes — London to the Midlands, the South West or the North West — the whole move often fits in one long day. For the longest routes, or for large homes that take most of a day to load, a two-day move is safer and usually less stressful.
- Route and driving time checked against legal break requirements
- Arrival window agreed around key release at the new property
- Parking checked at both ends — permits, bay suspensions, narrow streets
- One-day move for shorter routes and smaller homes
- Two-day move with an overnight stop for large homes or the longest routes
Two-day moves and overnight stops
On a two-day move we load on day one, drive part or all of the route, and the crew rests overnight with your belongings loaded and secured in the van. Day two starts early with unloading at your new home, so the most careful part of the job isn’t done at the end of a very long day.
A two-day move also helps when completion happens late in the day. Rather than racing to unload in the dark, we can load the day before completion and deliver once the keys are released. We’ll tell you when we think a two-day plan is the right one and why.
Dedicated van or part load?
A dedicated van carries only your belongings, on your dates, by the most direct route. It’s the right choice for a full house, fixed completion dates, or when you need collection and delivery on the same or consecutive days.
A part load means sharing a van with other customers’ loads travelling the same way. You pay for the space you use, so it’s usually cheaper for a studio, a one-bed flat or a few items of furniture — in return for flexible date windows rather than fixed times. We’ll price both where they make sense.
- Dedicated: your dates, direct route, best for full homes
- Part load: shared van, lower cost, flexible date windows
- Both: London-based crew, wrapping, loading, unloading and insurance
How to choose the best long distance moving company
If you’re comparing long distance moving companies, the cheapest headline price isn’t always the cheapest move. Ask every firm the same questions, give them the same inventory, and compare like with like. A good mover will answer all of these clearly and in writing.
- Fixed price or estimate? A fixed price shouldn’t change unless what you’re moving changes; an estimate can grow on the day
- Is the quote based on a proper inventory or a survey (home or video), or a guess from the number of bedrooms?
- What insurance is included — goods in transit and public liability — and what are the limits and exclusions?
- Are fuel, tolls, congestion and ULEZ charges and any overnight stop included in the price?
- Who does the move — the firm’s own crew, or is it passed to a subcontractor?
- How many crew and what size of vehicle, and will it be one day or two?
- What’s included: wrapping, dismantling and reassembly, packing materials?
- What deposit is asked for, and what are the cancellation and date-change terms?
- What happens if keys are released late or completion is delayed?
Preparing for a long-distance move
Book early if you can, especially for Fridays and month-ends. Declutter before you get quotes so you’re not paying to move things hundreds of miles you’ll throw away at the other end. Label boxes by room, keep an essentials box with you, and carry documents, keys, medication and valuables in your own car.
Moving to a town outside London? Our UK removals pages cover individual towns and routes, and our house removals page explains what’s included in a full house move.
Related services: Part load removals, House removals, UK removals by town.
Helpful guides
- How to choose a long-distance moving company: a buyer’s checklist
- How much does it cost to move house in the UK? (2026 guide)
What’s included as standard
We believe the price you’re quoted should be the price you pay. That’s why every long distance removals booking comes with the essentials built in — no surprise charges bolted on when the crew arrives.
- Fixed quote based on your inventory, both addresses and access — no open-ended hourly bill
- Free home survey or video survey for larger homes
- Route and timing plan, including driver breaks and an overnight stop where needed
- Blankets, straps and wrapping for furniture; floors and doorways protected
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- Loading, transport and unloading by the same London-based crew
- Dismantling and reassembly of beds and wardrobes when booked
- Goods-in-transit and public liability insurance
Who this service is for
Not sure whether this is the right option? It’s a great fit for a wide range of moves, including:
- Moving from London to elsewhere in the UK, or into London from another city
- Family houses where a two-day move is safer than one very long day
- Relocating for a new job, university or to be closer to family
- Smaller loads where a part load can cut the cost
- Anyone comparing long distance moving companies who wants a clear, like-for-like quote
Before you book
- Parking or a permit at both addresses
- Lift bookings and the floor at each end
- Boxes packed and furniture ready to move
How it works, step by step
We’ve refined our process across London moves every week to keep everything simple and predictable. Here’s exactly what happens from your first enquiry through to completion.
Survey and inventory
Send both postcodes, your move date and a room-by-room list, or book a free home or video survey. An accurate inventory sets the van size and crew, and it’s the only way a long-distance fixed price stays fixed — anything left off the list may not fit on the day.
Route and timing plan
We work out the driving time, legal breaks for the driver and whether the move fits in one day or needs an overnight stop. We’ll check key release times at the new property and parking at both ends, and agree a realistic arrival window with you.
Packing and loading
On loading day the crew protects floors and doorways, wraps furniture, dismantles anything that needs it and loads the van so nothing can shift over a long journey. If you’ve booked packing, it’s usually done the day before.
The journey
The van travels by the planned route with breaks built in. On two-day moves your belongings stay loaded and secured in the van overnight while the crew rests, ready for an early start. You’ll have a contact number for updates throughout.
Delivery and setting up
At your new home we unload, place furniture and boxes in the rooms you choose and reassemble anything we took apart. Check everything against your inventory before the crew leaves, and payment of the balance is taken on completion.
How much does it cost?
Long Distance Removals is priced per job: we agree a fixed quote on the call, based on what is moving, access and distance. You know the total before we arrive.
The first 10 journey miles are included, then £1.50 a mile. See our pricing page for the full rate card and calculator.
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| Small van and driver | £50/hr |
| Transit van and driver | £55/hr |
| Luton van and driver | £65/hr |
| Each extra helper | +£20/hr |
| 2-hour minimum | From £100 |
| Journey miles | First 10 free, then £1.50/mi |
Quotes are free. A deposit is only taken once we confirm your date, and it comes off the final balance.
A fixed quote in about one working hour. Larger jobs can book a free home survey.
What affects the price
A few practical factors move the final number up or down. Knowing them in advance helps you plan and, in many cases, keep costs lower:
- Distance and route, and whether an overnight stop is needed
- The volume of your belongings and the van size required
- Dedicated van or part load
- Crew size and the number of days the move takes
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- Access at both addresses — stairs, lifts, carry distance and parking
- Packing, dismantling, storage or other extras you add
Key takeaways
- Long Distance Removals is quoted as a fixed price, agreed before the day.
- Loading, unloading and the first 10 journey miles are included.
- Fully insured, across all 32 London boroughs.
- A fixed quote in about one working hour.
Covering all 32 London boroughs
Wherever you’re moving in London, pick your borough for a dedicated long distance removals page — or browse the full areas hub.
- Barking & Dagenham
- Barnet
- Bexley
- Brent
- Bromley
- Camden
- City of London
- Croydon
- Ealing
- Enfield
- Greenwich
- Hackney
- Hammersmith & Fulham
- Haringey
- Harrow
- Havering
- Hillingdon
- Hounslow
- Islington
- Kensington & Chelsea
- Kingston upon Thames
- Lambeth
- Lewisham
- Merton
- Newham
- Redbridge
- Richmond upon Thames
- Southwark
- Sutton
- Tower Hamlets
- Waltham Forest
- Wandsworth
- Westminster
- East London
- Central London
- South London
- West London
- North London
- South East London
- Stratford
- Leyton
- Leamington Spa
- Warwick
Our drivers know which streets are too narrow for a Luton, where the low bridges and red routes sit, and how Congestion Charge and ULEZ affect your route — so the move stays on schedule.
Why choose Phi Movers
Genuine London specialists
London is where we work every day, so we know the boroughs, permits and shortcuts.
Fully insured
Goods-in-transit and public liability cover come as standard on every job.
Loading help included
Our crews do the heavy lifting with you, never charged as an extra.
Flexible scheduling
Evenings, weekends and same-day slots to fit around your life.
Experienced local crews
Uniformed movers who turn up on time with the right kit for London access.
What customers say
★★★★★
The crew arrived on time, wrapped everything with care and had us fully moved in before lunch. Fixed price with no surprises — the most stress-free move we've ever had.
★★★★★
Booked a last-minute man & van and they still turned up early. Polite, quick and genuinely careful with every single box. Couldn't recommend them more.
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A written fixed price based on a proper inventory or survey, clear insurance cover, a plan for driving time and any overnight stop, the firm’s own crew doing the move, and clear deposit and cancellation terms. Compare every quote against the same inventory.
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