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Moving costs in St. John's

2 movers + truck

$125/hour

Most movers charge $105–$150 an hour. A 2-bedroom move with 3 movers is about $850–$1,450.

MoverDash price data · October 2026 · before tax

These are typical rates in Nova Scotia.

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What a move in St. John's costs

A local move by home size, including about an hour of travel time. Before tax (15% HST).

  1. Studio2 movers · 2–3 h + travel
    $400–$600
  2. 1 bedroom2 movers · 3.5–5 h + travel
    $550–$900
  3. 2 bedrooms3 movers · 4–6 h + travel
    $850–$1,450
  4. 3 bedrooms3 movers · 6–8 h + travel
    $1,200–$1,900
  5. House, 4+ bedrooms4 movers · 8–10 h + travel
    $2,150–$3,050

How we estimate these ranges

Hourly rates in St. John's

Truck included. Travel time and tax are extra.

  • 2 movers + truck

    $125/h

    Most $105–$150

    Studio or 1 bedroom

  • 3 movers + truck

    $170/h

    Most $145–$210

    2–3 bedrooms

  • 4 movers + truck

    $240/h

    Most $220–$275

    Houses, 4+ bedrooms

What changes the price

Two moves of the same size can cost very different amounts. These are the reasons.

  • How much you own

    More furniture and boxes means more hours — and sometimes a bigger crew or a second truck.

  • Stairs and elevators

    Walk-ups, long hallways and waiting for a shared elevator all add time. Book the service elevator early.

  • Travel time

    Many movers charge for the drive to your home and back to their base. Ask how it is billed.

  • Date

    Month-end, summer and weekends are busiest. Mid-month weekdays are easier to book.

  • Packing

    If movers pack for you, add their hours and the boxes and materials they bring.

  • Heavy or special items

    Pianos, safes, hot tubs and large appliances often have a separate fee.

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Questions about moving costs in St. John's

How much do movers cost in St. John's?

Movers advertise about $125 per hour for two movers and a truck in St. John's (based on rates in Nova Scotia), and most list between $105 and $150. Expect to pay more at month-end, in summer and on weekends. Prices are before tax (15% HST).

How much does it cost to move a 2-bedroom in St. John's?

About $850–$1,450 before tax for a local move: 3 movers for 4–6 hours plus about 1 hour of travel. Stairs, long carries, packing and peak dates can add to this.

Is there a minimum charge?

Yes. Most movers charge a minimum of 2–3 h of work plus travel (usually about 1 hour, billed at the same hourly rate).

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