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Moving costs in Alberta
2 movers + truck
$140/hour
Most movers charge $130–$155 an hour. A 2-bedroom move with 3 movers is about $950–$1,400.
MoverDash price data · October 2026 · before tax
Moving costs by city in Alberta
Typical hourly rate for 2 movers and a truck, and the estimated cost of a local 2-bedroom move.
| City | 2 movers + truck | 2-bedroom move | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | $135/h | $900–$1,350 | 12 local movers |
| Edmonton | $145/h | $950–$1,400 | 8 local movers |
| Lethbridge | $140/h | $950–$1,400 | Alberta rates |
| Red Deer | $140/h | $950–$1,400 | Alberta rates |
| Airdrie | $135/h | $900–$1,350 | 12 local movers |
| Sherwood Park | $145/h | $950–$1,400 | 8 local movers |
| Fort McMurray | $140/h | $950–$1,400 | Alberta rates |
| St. Albert | $145/h | $950–$1,400 | 8 local movers |
| Spruce Grove | $145/h | $950–$1,400 | 8 local movers |
| Cochrane | $135/h | $900–$1,350 | 12 local movers |
| Okotoks | $140/h | $950–$1,400 | Alberta rates |
| Leduc | $145/h | $950–$1,400 | 8 local movers |
How Alberta compares
Advertised rates for 2 movers and a truck, October 2026. Totals are before tax.
Against Canada
±$0/h
$140 here, $140 Canada average
Lowest city
$135/h
Calgary · 2-bedroom $900–$1,350
Highest city
$145/h
Edmonton · 2-bedroom $950–$1,400
Sales tax: 5% GST
What it adds at the high end of each estimate
| Studio | $600 | +$30 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,400 | +$70 |
| House, 4+ bedrooms | $2,800 | +$140 |
Long-distance moves from Alberta
2-bedroom home, dedicated truck, full service
| Calgary → Edmonton | 300 km | $2,000–$3,200 |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary → Vancouver | 975 km | $3,400–$5,800 |
| Edmonton → Vancouver | 1,160 km | $3,600–$6,000 |
| Calgary → Toronto | 3,400 km | $4,200–$7,000 |
| Edmonton → Toronto | 3,480 km | $4,400–$7,200 |
Cost by home size in Alberta
A local move with about an hour of travel, before tax. How we estimate
| Home size | Crew | Hours | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers | 2–3 h + 1 h travel | $400–$600 |
| 1 bedroom | 2 movers | 3.5–5 h + 1 h travel | $650–$950 |
| 2 bedrooms | 3 movers | 4–6 h + 1 h travel | $950–$1,400 |
| 3 bedrooms | 3 movers | 6–8 h + 1 h travel | $1,300–$1,800 |
| House, 4+ bedrooms | 4 movers | 8–10 h + 1 h travel | $2,050–$2,800 |
Most movers charge a minimum of 2–3 h of work plus travel; stairs, packing and parking are extra.
Questions about moving costs in Alberta
How much do movers cost in Alberta?
Movers advertise about $140 per hour for two movers and a truck in Alberta, and most list $130–$155. Expect 20–30% more at month-end, in summer and on weekends, plus travel time and taxes.
How much does a 2-bedroom move cost?
About $950–$1,400 before tax for a local move with 3 movers (4–6 hours plus about 1 hour of travel). Stairs, packing and peak dates can add to it.
Which city in Alberta is cheapest to move in?
Of the Alberta cities we audited, Calgary has the lowest advertised rate at about $135 an hour for 2 movers and a truck, and Edmonton the highest at $145. On a 2-bedroom move that is roughly $900–$1,350 against $950–$1,400.
Is moving in Alberta more expensive than the rest of Canada?
No. Movers in Alberta advertise about $140 an hour for 2 movers and a truck, the same as the Canada average.
What sales tax do movers charge in Alberta?
5% GST is added to the price of a local move in Alberta. On a $1,400 2-bedroom move that is about $70.
How much does it cost to move from Calgary to Vancouver?
About $3,400–$5,800 for a 2-bedroom home with a dedicated truck and full service, before tax (975 km by road). A shared truck costs less for small loads.
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