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Recent Sydney to Canberra Removals reviews
Thank you Mitch for a seamless move of boxes and artwork to Canberra.
Van or small truck removal from Sydney to Canberra
$350
Thanks Gary
Move 165 T1 Archive boxes from Sydney to Canberra
$1,000
Absolutely brilliant - Brett provided the perfect solution to our problem and was very professional and helpful. Thanks Brett!
A car driven from Sydney to Canberra (one way)
$200
Got 60+ offers for our job, read through a lot of reviews before selecting Raggy and couldn't be happier. We had some unexpected things come up in our move and Raggy and Pete were legends through it all, went way above and beyond to work it out, what could have been a disaster day all turned out great in the end. Really careful with our possessions too and really nice guys. Highly highly recommend.
Removalist from Sydney to Canberra
$1,750
Awesome and professional!
Drive Fresh Linen from Sydney to Canberra
$300
Prompt response all the time and job was well done. Thank you very much Kathy.
Move a TV unit from Sydney to Canberra
$250
What's the average cost of a Sydney to Canberra removalist
$292 - $790
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$445
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4.89
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Why book Sydney to Canberra removalists through Airtasker?
Despite the fact that about 7000 people moved to Canberra in 2024, it isn't easy moving all of your belongings all the way there from Sydney. One may think that it could be easy, it's just around a 3-hour drive, right? But moving isn't always so simple.Â
The move still covers around 300 kilometres, mostly via the M23. That’s before factoring in loading time, rest stops, traffic, and the careful handling required for furniture and appliances. This is where Airtasker comes in with experienced removalists and everything you need for your Sydney to Canberra move.
Booking your Sydney to Canberra removalists through Airtasker means you’re hiring someone who’s done this run enough times to know exactly how to pack a truck for 280–300 kilometres of highway. Their profiles show real reviews from previous customers, completion rates that prove they show up, and ID verification. You can also check the related services they offer, such as assembly, packing or unpacking, and furniture repairs.
Start by clicking on "Post a Task." Then describe your job, from where to where, especially the suburb. Note if you need things like backloading services, fragile items, packaging supplies, or other storage needs. Set a date and budget range, then watch as professional removalists for moving interstate post their offers. Review the different Sydney to Canberra removals offers and their ratings to find the right Taskers for you.
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Top Sydney to Canberra Removals related questions
People often move to Canberra, the vibrant capital city, to be farther from traffic, which is a more stress-free life. Canberra, compared to Sydney, is generally quieter, and people have access to fresher air, more space, and, on occasion, cheaper costs for most things.
A regional move or distances from around 50-300 kms would cost around $140 to $170 per hour. This is the standard rate for two removalists and a truck for long-distance moves. Of course, the costs would change depending on the distances, the items, and the schedule of the move. Depending on the entire process, and things like long-distance and interstate moving, the moving costs really can change.
Airtasker records the highest number of removals in July, while December sees the lowest volume. July is in the middle of Sydney’s drier season, which makes moving easier and allows for more reliable services —there’s less heat, less humidity, and fewer summer storms. Around December gets busier with the holidays and the start of summer, so usually that's not ideal for moving houses or moving to a new home.
Most Sydney to Canberra removalists bring standard equipment like hand trucks, trolleys, straps, and moving blankets, but what else they provide depends on your specific move and what you’ve agreed on. When posting your task, be clear about what you’re moving and ask upfront if they supply packing materials, furniture disassembly tools, or protective covers for specialty items.
Include how many rooms you’re moving, whether there are stairs at either property, any oversized or fragile items that need extra care, and your preferred moving dates. Add photos of your furniture so removalists can assess the job accurately, and mention parking availability and access restrictions at both your Sydney to Canberra addresses.Â
Pack fragile items with bubble wrap and packing papers, use sturdy boxes, and label everything clearly so your Sydney to Canberra removalist knows what needs extra care. Fill empty spaces in boxes with inflatable air bags, peanut foam, or towels to prevent items from shifting, and disassemble furniture where possible to minimise the risk of damage.
Packing and unpacking services are often available but not always included in the base quote, so it's important to specify what you need when posting your task. Costs vary depending on the volume of items, materials required, and time involved, which is why confirming these details upfront helps you get accurate quotes.
Rubbish removal and furniture disposal aren't typically part of standard moving services, but many Taskers can handle it if you ask. When posting your task, mention if you need old furniture, boxes, or unwanted items cleared out before or after your move. You can also book rubbish removal or furniture disposal as separate services on Airtasker if you prefer to coordinate everything at once.
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What does Sydney to Canberra removals include?
People move to Canberra to be farther from the traffic and general expenses of Sydney. The quiet towns and laidback lifestyle are great for those a little tired of Sydney city life.
Planning to move? Despite the seemingly short distance between Sydney to Canberra, it's hard to have a stress-free moving experience on your own. That's where Airtasker comes in. Everything from interstate removalists to short-notice additional services like reliable packing for your move, you can find through Airtasker.Â
Every month, Airtasker records 5,000+ removals tasks in Sydney, with 500+ verified removalists actively completing them. So if you’re booking a Sydney to Canberra move, you can feel confident that there’s no shortage of skilled Taskers who can handle moves just like yours.
With an average rating of 4.3 stars for removals tasks completed in Sydney, these professionals have established a reputation for providing reliable, meticulous, and consistent service. Since every move is different, Sydney to Canberra removalists offer a range of different services depending on what you’re moving and how you prefer it handled. But most of the time, this service typically includes:
Moving furniture from Sydney to Canberra
Your booked Sydney to Canberra removalist will handle the physical work of getting your furniture from one city to another. They may use trolleys, dollies, and straps to safely move heavy or awkward pieces and keep everything secure over the long trip. Then, they plan the unload based on where you’re headed in Canberra. For instance, a ground-floor access in Charnwood gets packed differently from a third-floor walk-up in Acton or a steep driveway in Russell.
Before the move, many Sydney to Canberra removalists also offer furniture disassembly services if your bed frame or wardrobe won’t fit through the door assembled. And once you arrive in Canberra, they may even help reassemble everything, as long as this extra task is communicated to them beforehand.Â
Pro tip: You can also book an end-of-lease cleaning service at your property, a move-in cleaning for your new place, or a handyman to help with any small repairs after the move.
Moving appliances from Sydney to Canberra
Your Sydney to Canberra removals service may also include moving your appliances, such as fridges, washing machines, and dishwashers. These appliances have coils, compressors, and electrical components that can be damaged if they’re not properly disconnected, secured, and transported, so it’s crucial to leave this task to a pro.Â
Your Sydney to Canberra removalist can even help position your appliances correctly, be it in your new apartment in Mitchell or a new house in Hume. And if you need help with the reconnection or installation of your appliances, it would be more ideal to book electricians for safe wiring or plumbers for water line hookups on Airtasker.Â
Moving fragile items from Sydney to Canberra
Another key service that you may request from your Sydney to Canberra removalist is moving items that are fragile, valuable, and hard to replace. It could be your grand piano that your kids learned on, a pool table that’s hosted countless games with your friends, or gym equipment you’ve built your routine around. We all know that these pieces can't just be thrown in the back of a truck.
Removalists who specialise in fragile items use thick moving blankets, custom padding, and secure strapping to protect against jolts and vibration during transport. Whether you’re moving into Hume or Kenny, they handle the heavy lifting and careful placement so your items arrive intact. You can also explore home gym ideas on Airtasker to prepare your space before you move, or book pool table assemblers to get everything set up once you’re settled.
Organising a backload from Sydney to Canberra
Backloading means you’re filling spare truck space on a route the removalist is already driving, which significantly cuts your costs. Since it relies on regular trips, it’s especially common on busy corridors like Sydney to Canberra, as well as the Central Coast, Newcastle, and the Gold Coast.
Organising a backload works best if you’re planning smaller moves, like relocating to a dorm in University of Canberra with just a bedroom’s worth of stuff. Since it’s way cheaper, it’s also best if you’re relocating on a tight budget, or if you don’t need an entire truckload moved at once. Once you’ve locked in timing with your preferred backloader, they’ll collect your items in Sydney and drop them off in Canberra, covering areas such as Bonner, Yarralumla, Forrest, and Hackett.
If you need guaranteed timing or have a full household to move, a dedicated removal truck is the better choice, but for flexibility and cost savings, backloading gets the job done.
Recent Sydney to Canberra Removals tasks
Help move an antique sideboard from Sydney to canberra.
$300
Cromer NSW, Australia
4th Mar 2026
Large antique sideboard Pickup location: Cromer NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Transport Small Couch Sydney to Canberra
$300
Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia
3rd Mar 2026
Looking for someone to transport a small couch (180cm not heavy) from Tamarama, Sydney NSW to Denman Prospect, Canberra ACT.
Help moving a queen mattress from Sydney to Canberra
$200
Glebe, New South Wales
28th Feb 2026
Pick up either Tuesday or Wednesday between 10am-2pm. Drop off is flexible. There are no stairs and an elevator, pickup is a short walk. Pickup location: Glebe NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Canberra ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Courier from Sydney to Canberra Monday 23/02
$450
Middleton Grange NSW 2171, Australia
21st Feb 2026
Hi All, I require someone to collect 3 boxes from me in Sydney (small parts) and delivery them to three different sites in Canberra. 2 are in Fyshwick, and 1 site in Mitchell, all sites are close together. Needs to be done on Monday 23/02, but flexible as to what time in the day.
Dean was a pleasure to work with, highly recommend!!
Move queen mattress Sydney to Canberra
$50
Paddington NSW, Australia
14th Feb 2026
Queen mattresses is main item Pickup location: Paddington NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Canberra ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Five stars all round.
Move Motorbike from Sydney to Canberra
$500
Erskineville, New South Wales
5th Feb 2026
Move a honda CMX500 from sydney to Canberrra, bike can start but isn't registered so can't be ridden to ACT
Box item transfer from Sydney to Canberra
$300
Sefton NSW, Australia
2nd Feb 2026
Hi need truck to deliver goods from Sydney to Canberra must have tail lift and pallet jack 856kg 2140m height 24480mm length 940mm depth Aluminium doors and windows
A package brought from Sydney to Canberra
$150
Spence, Australian Capital Territory
27th Jan 2026
I have parcel that need to be brought down to Canberra by tomorrow the latest .
Moving bedroom from Sydney to Canberra
$450
Erskineville NSW, Australia
24th Jan 2026
a double bed and frame, a desk and a couple boxes Pickup location: Erskineville NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Dickson ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup
Martin was fantastic super easy to work with and great communication.
Help move my sofa (Sydney to Canberra)
$300
North Manly NSW, Australia
20th Jan 2026
One medium size sofa. There are 4 small stairs at both pick up and delivery, however, there will most likely be people at both ends to assist if needed. sofa dimensions: W2450 x D870 x H780mm Pickup location: North Manly NSW, Australia Drop-off location: O'Connor ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places
Move items Sydney to Canberra
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Concord NSW, Australia
15th Dec 2025
Move x2 suitcases and x2 medium boxes.
Seamless service! Excellent communication, punctual and efficient. Highly recommend!
Move a chair from Sydney to Canberra
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Beverly Hills, New South Wales
11th Dec 2025
One chair/learning tower 95x55x45cm, looking for someone headed to Canberra anyway who can pop it on their boot. Pickup location: Beverly Hills NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Griffith ACT, Australia Removals size: one item Stairs: No
Removalist Sydney to Canberra
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Kingsgrove NSW 2208, Australia
8th Dec 2025
Quote to move from Kingsgrove, NSW to Braddon, Canberra. Single person so there isn't a large amount of items. Truck is required and experience with removals as I have antiques/one off items. Please do not send me a quote for a 3 hour job, this will clearly be minimum 5 hours, not including travel back to Sydney. There are 5 steps at the property in Sydney and a lift at the property in Canberra. Items - Long 3 seater couch 60cm coffee table 70inch TV 80cm (roughly) wooden chest Floor mirror Large pot and stand 340L glass door fridge Small dining table + 2x chairs Large desk Office chair Wooden arm chair Light weight recliner King bed and frame Hall table/trunk Slim tallboy Possibly 3 or 4 boxes and washing machine.
Help me move home from Sydney to Canberra
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Camperdown NSW, Australia
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Queen ensemble bed, study table, small bookshelf IKEA, small timber dining table 1.2 m and four chairs, washing machine, one sofa, two recliner, chairs, television, and five boxes Pickup location: Camperdown NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Hawker ACT, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At pickup the apartment is on second floor with no lift access. Need help with loading from the apartment and unloading at destination including driving to Canberra.
Excellent people who came to do the job. Highly recommended
Moving house - Sydney to canberra - 2 movers and a truck
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Alexandria NSW, Australia
1st Dec 2025
Drawers, bed, sofa, cabinet, counter stools, boxes with clothes and crockery. 1 bedroom apartments worth of stuff but no fridge, washing machine, table etc. only heavy item will be the couch. Pickup location: Alexandria NSW, Australia Drop-off location: O'Connor ACT, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No
Move Sydney to Canberra
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Bronte NSW, Australia
30th Nov 2025
Moving from an apartment in Bronte, Sydney to a house in Aranda, Canberra. The apartment is on the third floor with stairs. The house had two levels with most of the stuff going on the main level. Key items list: Approx 50 large boxes 2 x dining tables w 6 chairs 1 king bed mattress and frame 1 double bed mattress and frame 4 bookshelves 1 x 4 seater couch 1 x lounge chair with leg rest 2 bedside tables 1 large lamp 1 coffee table 2 large chest of drawers 3 large plants 4 large artworks 2 x desks 2 Office chairs Pickup location: Bronte NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Aranda ACT, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At both places
Moving commercial items from Sydney to Canberra 3-4 tonne truck
$1,400
Sydney Olympic Park NSW, Australia
28th Nov 2025
Commercial items majority lighter items foam toblerones, letters, eskies, throne seat Pickup location: Sydney Olympic Park NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Canberra ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Transporting an oven from Sydney to Canberra
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Bankstown NSW, Australia
23rd Nov 2025
Pick up an oven from Bankstown, Sydney and deliver it to Watson, Canberra
Very good communication and efficient
Transport boxes/clothing from Sydney to Canberra
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Sylvania Waters NSW 2224, Australia
10th Nov 2025
Needing to transport some of my home goods from Sydney to Canberra (no furniture). Van or Ute required - There’s around 15 boxes/bags and 1 suitcase
Adam was so reliable and easy to work with!
Move queen bed from sydney to canberra
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9th Nov 2025
Just moving a Queen bed Pickup location: North Sydney NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Ainslie ACT, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup








