Sydney Harbour Bridge overlooking the harbour at sunrise, illustrating a common destination for Melbourne to Sydney moves.
Sydney Harbour Bridge overlooking the harbour at sunrise, illustrating a common destination for Melbourne to Sydney moves.

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Adam was punctual, great with communication and delivered my items with care and ease. Thank you for such an easy move interstate!

Need Queen Bed Frame moved from Melbourne to Sydney

$500

Task well done. On time pickup and delivery. Will surely recommend Kane. Thanks a bunch.

Move 5 large bags, 20 medium to small boxes from Melbourne to Sydney

$500

Thanks for finishing on time Mohammed!

Move house from Melbourne to Sydney

$2,500

Great price, nice and fast!

Move interstate Melbourne to Sydney

$500

What's the average cost of a Melbourne to Sydney removalist

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Sydney continues to attract a significant influx of new residents, with the city recording an increase of around 107,500 people in 2024. This is evidence that interstate relocation to NSW is still going strong even with waves of internal movement across Australia’s biggest cities.

Planning a Melbourne to Sydney removals can feel like prepping for a mini expedition, considering the 8-9 hour drive along Hume Highway. And if you tackle it yourself, you might find yourself hiring mates, loading up a ute, squeezing in another weekend under cardboard boxes, and realising halfway through that it’s way more than you bargained for.

Booking a Melbourne to Sydney removalists through Airtasker means you’re hiring someone who’s done this run enough times to know exactly how to pack a truck for 860-880 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.

Whether you’re planning a house move, downsizing for uni, or organising a big interstate move with bulky furniture and delicate items, hiring highly trained removalists through Airtasker takes the guesswork out of timing, logistics and packing materials. You set your dates and preferred budget, describe the scale of your move, and compare offers, so you can choose the Tasker that fits your needs without the stress of coordinating everything on your own. 

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Top Melbourne to Sydney Removals related questions

People make this interstate relocation from Melbourne to Sydney for work, study, family commitments, or lifestyle reasons. A new job in Sydney’s CBD, relocating to be closer to the harbour lifestyle, and wanting a change of pace with a fresh start are all attractive reasons to move. Sydney’s booming sectors like tech, finance, and media also continue to attract professionals from interstate, while students often move for uni or training opportunities that the NSW capital provides.

The cost of the most experienced interstate removalists from Melbourne to Sydney range from $114–$190 per hour. It varies based on the size of your load, the type of vehicle you need, whether you require unpacking services, and how quickly you need the move completed. When posting your task on Airtasker, give as much detail as possible (including number of rooms, stairs, fragile items, access constraints, and dates) to get accurate offers from interested removalists.

Summer in January often delivers better weather for moving, which can make packing and transporting your belongings a more pleasant experience, according to Airtasker data. Many also choose to book leading interstate removalists outside peak times, like school holidays and long weekends, when professionals are busiest and prices can be higher. 

Most Melbourne to Sydney 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 Melbourne to Sydney addresses. 

Pack fragile items with bubble wrap and packing papers, use sturdy boxes, and label everything clearly so your Melbourne to Sydney 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.

What does Melbourne to Sydney removals include?

When you book Melbourne to Sydney interstate removalists on Airtasker, you’re tapping into a deep pool of experienced interstate removalists. These pros can handle everything from loading your couch and beds to securing your boxes for the long haul. They know how to maximise truck space, safely balance loads, and anticipate what gear you’ll need for an efficient trip north.

Every month, Airtasker records 4,000+ removals tasks in Melbourne, with 500+ verified removalists actively completing them. So if you’re booking a Melbourne to Sydney 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 4.2 stars for removals tasks completed in Melbourne, these professionals have established a reputation for providing reliable, meticulous, and consistent stress free service. Since every move is different, Melbourne to Sydney 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 Melbourne to Sydney

Your booked Melbourne to Sydney 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, interstate moving services plan the unload based on where you’re headed in Sydney. For instance, a ground-floor access in Newtown gets packed differently from a third-floor walk-up in Balmain or a steep driveway in Paddington.

Before the interstate move, many Melbourne to Sydney removalists also offer furniture disassembly services if your bed frame or wardrobe won’t fit through the door assembled. And once you arrive in Sydney, they may even help reassemble everything, as long as this extra task is communicated to them beforehand. 

Some customers 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 interstate removals company does their job.

Moving appliances from Melbourne to Sydney

Your Melbourne to Sydney removals service may also include moving your appliances, such as fridgeswashing 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. 

Your Melbourne to Sydney removalist can even help position your appliances correctly, be it in your new apartment in Double Bay or a new house in Chatswood. 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. 

Moving fragile items from Melbourne to Sydney

Another key service that you may request from your Melbourne to Sydney 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.

The best interstate 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 Cremorne or Neutral Bay, 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 Melbourne to Sydney

Backloading means you’re filling spare truck space on a route the removalist is already driving, which significantly cuts costs during interstate moves. Since it relies on regular trips, it’s especially common on busy corridors like Melbourne to Sydney, as well as the Central CoastNewcastle, and the Gold Coast.

Organising a backload works best if you’re planning smaller moves, like relocating to a dorm in the University of Sydney 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 backloading service, they’ll collect your items in Melbourne and drop them off in Sydney, covering areas such as Inner City, North Shore, Inner West, and Western Sydney.

If you need guaranteed timing or have a full household to move, a dedicated removal truck is the better choice for moving interstate, but for flexibility and cost savings, backloading gets the job done.

Recent Melbourne to Sydney Removals tasks

Move double mattress from Melbourne to Sydney

$200

Heidelberg Heights VIC, Australia

21st Jan 2026

Double mattress and desk Pickup location: Heidelberg Heights VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Petersham NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Immediate interstate move ( melbourne to sydney)

$1,000

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

20th Jan 2026

I have childcare stuff to send to Sydney( climbing frame, some furniture, lockers and boxes)

Need a ride from Melbourne to Sydney, next month

$10

Burwood East VIC, Australia

20th Jan 2026

If you're traveling from Melbourne to Sydney and have a seat, I would love to join, I'll pay for fuel and can also help in the drive if you'd like. This task is suitable for someone already making the trip and doesn't need to be paid for the trip back.

Moving interstate Melbourne to Sydney

$2,000

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

20th Jan 2026

Fridge Washer Dryer Double bed with mattress *2 Sofa table with 4 chairs Large work table Small work table 2 office chairs Pilate bed Small shelf Stepping chair Coffee table 2 trolley shelf Office drawer Chest of drawer 2 suitcase Moving boxes 12 PC and two monitors Two lamps Two bedroom apartment. Inviting offers Pickup location: Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia Drop-off location: Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No

Items moved from Melbourne to Sydney

$700

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Hi, Moving from Melbourne to Sydney, few items need to be transported to be picked up in Balwyn, VIC before Feb 8th (non inclusive), and delivered to Putney, NSW on the 8th Feb after 1:00pm till 9th Feb 1:00pm Timing is non negotiable, and there are a few fragile instruments. Items to be transported are as follows: 1x acoustic guitar (soft case, delicate) 1x electric guitar (soft case, delicate) 2x guitar stands 1x small guitar amp 1x disassembled electric drum kit (delicate) 1x keyboard + keyboard stand (delicate) 1x cello in hard case (delicate) 1x cello stand 1x music stand 1x bookshelf (95 x 37 x 200) 12x boxes (roughly 60 x 60) Pickup location: Balwyn VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Putney NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Moving small items from Melbourne to Sydney

$200

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

12th Jan 2026

Need help transporting a few items from Melbourne to Sydney: 1 ikea box 2 suitcases 1 small trolley bag 1 office chair 1 desk Items are not heavy and can easily fit in a car/van. Pickup location: Southbank VIC 3006, Australia Drop-off location: Dundas NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery Pickup location: Southbank VIC 3006, Australia Drop-off location: Dundas NSW 2117, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Faraz is easy going person to work with. Bigotry recommended

Melbourne to Sydney Removalist (1 bedroom)

$750

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

2nd Jan 2026

- 1 mattress - 1 x guitar - 1 x lamp - 2 pieces of art - cushions and bedding - 3 x standard boxes of belongings Pickup location: Melbourne City Centre VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Barangaroo NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Incredible work thanks Subra!

Move 8-10 boxes from Melbourne to Sydney

$350

Meadow Heights VIC 3048, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Just 8-10 boxes of books Pickup location: Meadow Heights VIC 3048, Australia Drop-off location: Auburn NSW 2144, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

It was all perfect with him

Help me move home Melbourne to Sydney

$1,400

St Kilda West VIC 3182, Australia

13th Dec 2025

Need furniture delivered by 2nd of Jan. 1 queen size mattress, 1 small chest of drawers, 1 couch, 1 small TV, 1 double bed base, 1 office chair, and a few boxes of utensils and kitchenware and a few boxes of bedroom items like clothes and shoes. Pickup location: St Kilda West VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Wollstonecraft NSW, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At both places

Extremely happy with Richie’s help with our move from Melbourne to Sydney. He also spun a good yarn. Massive help during this stressful time. 👍👍

Need stools brought from Melbourne to Sydney

$250

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

12th Dec 2025

Hi I need 18 stools brought from collingwood to Sydney. They’re 70 cm high as photographed. Need to be there before Tuesday

Highly recommend😊😊. Very professional and easy to deal with

Goods Freight Melbourne to Sydney

$500

Heidelberg West VIC, Australia

4th Dec 2025

Collection of 7 items for delivery to Sydney before Sunday

Excellent service and assistance

Small Move from Melbourne to Sydney (10th–12th)

$250

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

28th Nov 2025

Need items moved from Melbourne to Sydney between the 10th–12th. Includes a 65” TV, 27” monitor, artwork, and clothes. Care required for fragile items. Enclosed vehicle preferred. Please quote with availability and vehicle details Pickup location: Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Drop-off location: Turramurra NSW 2074, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No

Very much recommended! Awesome communication and service!

Driver Melbourne to Sydney

$500

Altona North VIC, Australia

16th Nov 2025

Need a truck picked up from manheim auctions at Altona north - it's a small car license truck (ex woolies refrigeration truck) And driven back to Sydney You would need to arrange a 24hour permit to drive the truck unregistered. I'm willing to pay the price offered + 1 way airfare + fuel used (receipts to be provided)

Nick was great to deal with, great communication. Very happy with his service.

Melbourne to Sydney- interstate move

$50

Fitzroy North, Victoria

10th Nov 2025

Hello! I’m looking for a reliable removalist to move my Washer Dryer Bedframe Queen Mattress x 8 plastic tubes (80L) x1 suit case x 2 large bags of clothing TV I understand that interstate quotes can differ based on truck space and delivery schedules, so I'm open to discussing a fair price based on your availability and expertise. Please specify in your quote whether it’s backload or dedicated transportation, and if transit insurance is included. Details: • Pickup Location: Fitzroy North Unit (ground floor) • Delivery Location: Avalon Beach Syd NSW (access will be arranged by me) • Preferred delivery window: NOV 14th-17th, 2025 • I will be in Melbourne help with loading the items • Will be in Sydney to help unloading of items I'm open to offers

Wonderful removal, great communication, takes care of your items. 10 stars if I could

Moving Interstate - Removalist for Melbourne to Sydney

$1,750

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

5th Nov 2025

In the quote please provide: - number of people to help with move - whether it will be a backloaded or delivered direct - size of truck - dates availability (Nov 14-15) ------------------------------------------------------------ I live by myself in Richmond, VIC in a 2 bedroom apartment. I am moving to Tamarama in Sydney, NSW. Ideal situation would be collect on November 14 in Richmond, and Delivery on November 15 in Tamarama. Otherwise flexible. Last year I moved and used the following size small truck: 1.85m wide inside 3.40m depth inside 2.00m high inside I will need a truck that has a cubic size of up to 15m3. Perhaps a 2-3T truck. At Pickup there are 18 stairs with direct access to the apartment. At Delivery there is an elevator with direct access with the apartment on level 2. All items are standard apartment items - mattress, disassembled bed frame, dining table, sofa, tv, tv stand, desk, office chair, drawers for storage, lounge chair and other related household items and boxes. All packing materials, straps/protective blankets to be supplied by the removalist. Pickup location: Richmond VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Tamarama NSW, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At pickup

Would recommend others to use!

Removalist melbourne to sydney

$555

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

12th Aug 2025

Hello! Move some furniture & belongings from Melbourne to Sydney, any date from today. I can be flexible depending on how much space you have. -Chest of drawers -Square workbench -Armchair -Small fold up futon bedframe -Bedside table -Swag -Box of books Pickup location: Coburg VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Maroubra NSW, Australia Removals size: 4-6 items Stairs: No

tysm perfect and swift with great communication