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Backloading Melbourne to Canberra

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Backloading is a cheaper way of transporting furniture or items around Australia. It involves placing your items or furniture on a truck that already has a primary load booked either by utilising the excess space in the truck, or putting it in the truck on its return journey.

Backloaders servicing from Melbourne to Canberra cost $98.34 per cubic meter on average. The average job price is $1,795.41 and the average space per job is 18.26 cubic meters. The total distance that needs to be travelled is 662.69km.

$98.34 / m3

Average price per cubic meter

$1,795.41

Average job price

18.26m3

Average space per job
Sonia was looking to move 55.00m3 for $4775.00 from Newport 3015 to Crace 2911
Greg was looking to move 12.00m3 for $1187.00 from Richmond 3121 to Kingston 2604
Timothy was looking to move 23.00m3 for $2346.00 from Prahran 3181 to Harrison 2914
LYSA was looking to move 8.00m3 for $768.00 from Canberra to Melbourne
John was looking to move 50.00m3 for $4200.00 from Melbourne to Canberra
MAX was looking to move 8.00m3 for $639.28 from Toorak 3142 to Braddon 2612
Deb was looking to move 2.00m3 for $360.00 from Sandringham 3191 to Downer 2602
Lizette was looking to move 19.00m3 for $1710.00 from Parkville 3052 to Red Hill 2603
Emily was looking to move 2.00m3 for $695.00 from Maddingley 3340 to Lyneham 2602
Rose was looking to move 26.00m3 for $2268.00 from Altona North 3025 to Yass 2582
Lyn was looking to move 6.00m3 for $613.20 from Ringwood 3134 to Reid 2612
Thomas was looking to move 21.00m3 for $1890.00 from Brunswick 3056 to Isabella Plains 2905
Carla was looking to move 18.00m3 for $1649.40 from Monbulk 3793 to Fyshwick 2609
David was looking to move 26.00m3 for $2640.00 from Melbourne to Canberra
Daniel was looking to move 5.00m3 for $720.00 from Newport 3015 to Michelago 2620
Alan was looking to move 14.00m3 for $1510.00 from Camberwell 3124 to Jerrabomberra 2619
Steph was looking to move 28.00m3 for $2640.00 from Greensborough 3088 to Gungahlin 2912
Sophie was looking to move 7.00m3 for $683.00 from Richmond 3121 to Belconnen 2617
Samantha was looking to move 4.00m3 for $700.00 from The Patch 3792 to Turner 2612
Braxton was looking to move 40.00m3 for $3300.00 from McKinnon 3204 to Hughes 2605
Gowri was looking to move 36.00m3 for $3480.00 from Truganina 3029 to Narrabundah 2604
Dan was looking to move 5.00m3 for $740.00 from Richmond 3121 to Torrens 2607
Revit was looking to move 38.00m3 for $3565.00 from Sunshine 3020 to Melba 2615
Marina was looking to move 2.00m3 for $590.00 from Windsor 3181 to Wallaroo 2618
Stephen was looking to move 5.00m3 for $575.00 from Bellfield 3081 to Lyons 2606
Edward was looking to move 14.00m3 for $1800.00 from Melbourne 3004 to Conder 2906
Jared was looking to move 13.00m3 for $1268.80 from Melbourne 3004 to Canberra 2601
Louise was looking to move 21.00m3 for $2775.00 from Sunshine West 3020 to Holt 2615
Yvonne was looking to move 33.00m3 for $2875.00 from Breakwater 3219 to Page 2614
Dorsa was looking to move 5.00m3 for $775.00 from Oakleigh South 3167 to Belconnen 2617
Nathan was looking to move 20.00m3 for $1920.00 from Melbourne to Canberra
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Emily booked a removalist for $695.00 in Maddingley

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The cost of your Melbourne to Canberra interstate removalists depends on how much space your items take up in the truck or container.
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How does Muval work?

Here's how muval helps you to find quality removalists from Melbourne to Canberra in a few easy steps:

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1. Tell us what you're moving

Our platform automatically calculates the space required for your items.

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2. Find your match

We'll find available trucks at great prices with space when you need it. You can filter by dates, price, rating and more to find the best company to suit your move.

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3. Compare quotes and book instantly

There’s no waiting for removalists to come back with quotes. No hidden surprises, all pricing is up front. You’ll get up to 10 quotes instantly online that you can compare reviews & request to book in one spot.

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Why use us?

The benefits speak for themselves.

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Instant pricing

Our platform automatically calculates and prices your move from a range of quality removal companies without you needing to call around and speak to pushy sales people.

Insurance options

We offer comprehensive insurance cover as an additional extra to your move.
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Pay your booking deposit securely through our encrypted online payments form.

Satisfaction guaranteed

If you’re not satisfied with the company you are matched with after you pay your deposit, we’ll refund you within 2 days.

Move managers

Our team of move managers are available to help you and answer your questions at any point during your move.

Packing, unpacking and more

For customers looking for a full-service experience. Muval provides access to book pre-pack and unpacking services, packing materials, and even an exit and entry clean on your premesis.

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Removal companies

We work with a range of quality removalists to ensure exceptional service and care is given when moving your items.
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Frequently asked questions

It depends on your volume and which carrier we are using for your move. Some companies can delay the delivery by a day for an extra fee, but others may not be able to if the truck is only passing by your address and must continue driving. 

If you need to change the delivery or pick up date, please advise the removalist as early as possible. They can sometimes accommodate changes and reschedule but this has a few variables. 

Generally, it is around four porta-robes or 6 standard cartons for a wardrobe.

Dismantling and assembling the furniture are not included in our standard pricing but can easily be added to your moving service, just ask.

The packing service is not included in our standard pricing. Please check with our support team to get a quotation.

Yes, absolutely. Please mention this at the time of booking, as it may make a difference to the provider we match you with. 

Some companies will have storage at the destination and some at the pickup. Some even include complimentary storage!

A cubic metre is 1m x 1m x 1m. A full-sized container size is 38m3. 

Truck sizes vary from 20m3 to 70m3 and sometimes 100m3.

To see the pricing, you will need to click on the link in your email. This will take you to our website where you can see your options.

If you cancel within 48 hours of your booking (if your move is more than 5 days away) or give three weeks’ notice before your pick up date, you will get a full refund of your deposit.

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Muval customer on google.com.au 5 gold stars for removalist services
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Fantastic service, always go above and beyond and more than happy to answer questions. I’ll never use another company as I know 100% I get the best price and best service with Muval.

I highly recommend for anybody looking at moving interstate to contact these guys, I’ve used them twice.

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