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Man and Van london to Manchester

Moving from London to Manchester? Book a man and van instantly on URemovals. Get an upfront price from local drivers for moves around 200 miles.

£507 Avg. job price
200 mi Route distance
4.7 ★ Google rating
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Approx. 4.36 drive by road

1700+ moves Completed UK-wide
4.7 / 5 on Google
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Why book your London to Manchester move with URemovals?

Moving from London to Manchester? This 200-mile trip is common for students and young professionals. With URemovals, you enter your London and Manchester postcodes to see instant prices from available drivers.

The price covers the drive plus loading time. Remember that parking in areas like central Manchester often requires permits.

Rather than trusting one company's promise to price match, you can compare real prices from several local drivers side by side, and choose based on cost, rating, van size or insurance cover, before you book.

Every driver on URemovals passes checks before they're listed, including a valid UK driving licence, right-to-work verification, and hire-and-reward motor insurance, cover many comparison sites don't check at all. Drivers are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold depending on their verified insurance, and you'll see the tier on each quote before you book.

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How much does a London to Manchester move cost?

Prices below are based on real completed moves on this route. Your exact price is calculated upfront from your postcodes, van size, team size and access details.

Small van
£409
avg. price
Driver loads with you. Best for studios, 1-bed flats, single-room moves and small clearances.
Luton van
£750
avg. price
1 man or 2-man team available. Best for 2 to 4 bed houses and larger moves.
Choose your van size carefully for this route. On a London to Manchester move, a second trip is rarely practical. The distance and cost make it a different job entirely. It is almost always cheaper to go bigger first time than to rebook.

If the job runs over the booked time, the per-half-hour overrun rate is shown on each driver's quote before you book.

How your price is calculated

Your quote is built from what your move actually needs, not a flat day rate.

  • Van size and helpers

    A bigger van or a second pair of hands costs more, reflected in the driver's time rate.

  • Distance and time

    Mileage between your postcodes, plus loading, driving and unloading time.

  • Access

    Stairs or difficult access, added only if it applies to your move.

  • Timing

    Weekends, evenings and short-notice bookings can add a surcharge, always shown before you book.

Recent moves near London and Manchester

Real moves completed by drivers operating in and around this corridor.

Anna booked a Man with a large van for 6.0 hours moving from St. Albans to Manchester for £530.00
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Tessa booked a Man with a medium van for 5.0 hours moving from London to Sheffield for £374.00
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Evie booked a Man with a medium van for 5.5 hours moving from Aylesbury to Manchester for £507.00
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Ayobami booked a 2 Men Team with a large van for 6.5 hours moving from Chatham to Bradford for £562.00
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Patrick booked a 2 Men Team with a luton van for 8.0 hours moving from Chelmsford to Bootle for £877.00
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Anna booked a Man with a large van for 6.0 hours moving from St. Albans to Manchester for £530.00
...
Tessa booked a Man with a medium van for 5.0 hours moving from London to Sheffield for £374.00
...
Evie booked a Man with a medium van for 5.5 hours moving from Aylesbury to Manchester for £507.00
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Ayobami booked a 2 Men Team with a large van for 6.5 hours moving from Chatham to Bradford for £562.00
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Patrick booked a 2 Men Team with a luton van for 8.0 hours moving from Chelmsford to Bootle for £877.00
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Drivers on this route also help with

Student moves
Halls, shared houses, storage runs
Single items
eBay, Facebook Marketplace, IKEA
Packing help
Available on request. Ask your driver when booking.
Office moves
Equipment, furniture, small business relocations

How do I book a man and van from London to Manchester?

  • 1

    Enter your job details

    Add your pickup and drop-off postcodes, van size, number of helpers, any stairs, and your preferred date. The platform calculates the job instantly.

  • 2

    See who's available

    See available drivers on your date. Each one shows their own upfront price, ratings and van details before you commit to anything.

  • 3

    Book and confirm

    Choose your driver and secure your slot with a small deposit. Pay the rest directly to your driver on the day of the move.

Man and van moving from London to Manchester

What's included in every booking?

  • Experienced driver with a clean, well-maintained van
  • Your chosen help level: driver only, 1-man or 2-man team
  • Protective blankets, straps and loading tools
  • Disassembly and reassembly support (where offered by your driver)
  • Upfront price on every quote. Overrun rate also shown before you book.
  • Insurance details shown per driver on booking varies

What affects the price of a London to Manchester move?

Van size and team

A larger van or an extra pair of hands costs more but means a faster, safer move. Each driver's quote shows exact prices for every option before you commit.

Stairs & access

Flights of stairs, narrow doorways, or long carries from a parking spot all affect the time required and therefore the price.

Date and time

Weekend and end-of-month dates are busier. Mid-week moves (Tue to Thu) often have better availability and lower prices.

What do I need to know before moving from
London to Manchester?

Moving between cities takes more planning than a local move. Here are a few things to sort before your moving day.

Factor in M6 Traffic

The M6 can be unpredictable. Check live traffic updates before you set off from London to try to avoid delays around Birmingham or Stoke. Even a short delay will increase the time the driver charges for the job.

Check Manchester City Centre Parking Restrictions

Manchester has no congestion charge, but parking restrictions are strictly enforced in the city centre. If you're moving into Deansgate, the Northern Quarter or Ancoats, check whether your street requires a loading bay permit before moving day.

Book Weekend Slots at Least a Week Ahead

London to Manchester is one of the busiest Saturday routes on the platform and drivers fill up quickly. Book at least a week ahead for weekend dates, out-of-hours surcharges also apply for starts before 8am or after 7pm.

Notify Your Buildings

Inform your building management in both London and Manchester about your move. Flats in areas like Canary Wharf or Salford Quays often have specific rules about using lifts for moving furniture. Check the maximum weight and book lift access in advance.

What customers say about URemovals

Reviews from customers who booked their move through URemovals.

Jonathan J. London to Manchester

Aldrin accepted the job at the last minute as a replacement for the designated driver who cancelled. He is young, enthus...

Jack J. London to Manchester

Really pleased with the service from Quik Vans. Communication was great throughout, and he was very helpful during the l...

Melissa M. London to Manchester

They were punctual and very polite, and moved all my furniture with care.

Tonia T. London to Manchester

Excellent, strong, fast and kind. Thank you.

Sarah S. London to Manchester

Amazing!

Vanessa V. London to Manchester

Efficient, friendly service. I'll use Quik vans again. Thank you

Drivers operating between London and Manchester

Drivers registered on URemovals who carry out moves on this route. Each driver's ratings, van details and insurance information are shown when you get a price. Book your move →

Only moving within one city? We also offer local man and van services in London and Manchester. Browse local drivers and get instant prices for a move within either city.

Ready to move London → Manchester?

Enter your postcodes, see available drivers with upfront prices, and book your slot with a small deposit. Pay the rest to your driver on the day.

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for a man and van from London to Manchester on URemovals is around £507. This can change based on the driver's rates and your specific requirements. Prices are affected by loading time, stairs, and any short-notice or out-of-hours surcharges. Enter your postcodes for an instant upfront price.
Expect the entire London to Manchester move to take 5-7 hours. The drive itself is about 3.5-4 hours, primarily on the M1 and M6. Add time for loading in London, unloading in Manchester, and potential delays due to traffic, especially around peak hours or incidents on the M6.
Van size depends on your home size. A Large van typically suits a studio to 2-bed flat, while a Luton van is the better fit for a 2-4 bed house. Both come with a 1 or 2-man team option. The most popular van size can be seen on the URemovals booking screen.
Manchester City Council operates various parking zones with different restrictions. Many areas, especially around Deansgate and the Northern Quarter, require payment at parking meters or via the PayByPhone app. Check street signage carefully. Some residential areas require permits; confirm these rules with the council.
URemovals is a booking platform where you enter your London and Manchester postcodes and move details to get an instant upfront price from local drivers. You can then book directly with a driver. A small deposit secures the booking; you pay the balance to the driver on the day. If the job overruns, the driver will charge extra at the half-hourly rate shown on your quote.
Weekday moves from London to Manchester are often preferable to avoid weekend traffic on the M1 and M6. However, be aware of weekday peak hours around London and Birmingham. Weekend moves might incur higher rates due to increased demand, but could offer quieter conditions in the city centres.