Canterbury to London Removals
Moving from Canterbury to London? It is about 66 miles by road, typically 1 h 16 min behind the wheel, mostly on the M2, A2.
That is a comfortable same-day distance for a planned crew, which keeps the cost down and means you can sleep in your new home on moving day. Whether it is a studio flat or a five-bedroom house, you get one team, one fixed price and a clear plan for the whole Canterbury to London journey.
Your Canterbury to London move at a glance
- Road distance
- About 66 miles
- Typical drive time
- 1 h 16 min
- Main roads
- M2, A2
- Move length
- Same-day move for most homes
- Direction
- Into London from the east
- Origin region
- South East England
How much does it cost to move from Canterbury to London?
As a guide, a typical two-bedroom move from Canterbury to London costs £680 to £920. Smaller moves using a man and van cost less, and larger family homes more. Weekday and mid-month dates are often cheaper than Fridays and month-end, when demand peaks.
| Property size | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Studio / few items | £390 – £530 |
| 1 bedroom | £510 – £690 |
| 2 bedrooms | £680 – £920 |
| 3 bedrooms | £920 – £1,240 |
| 4 bedrooms | £1,200 – £1,620 |
| 5+ bedrooms | £1,500 – £2,030 |
Guide prices only, based on about 66 road miles. Your fixed quote depends on how much you are moving, access at both ends, the date and any extras such as packing or storage.
Removal services from Canterbury to London
House removals from Canterbury to London
Your whole home moved from Canterbury by one crew in one lorry. Furniture is blanket-wrapped, mattresses bagged and every box labelled by room for unloading in London. Most house moves on this route are completed the same day.
Man and van Canterbury to London
A Luton van and one or two experienced movers, booked for your Canterbury to London trip. Good for flats, part-loads and single rooms. A man and van is usually the most cost-effective option for a studio or one-bedroom move on this route.
Office removals Canterbury to London
Moving a business from Canterbury to London? We plan around your working hours, label desks and IT equipment by floor plan, and can move over a weekend so you lose as little trading time as possible.
Packing service
Short on time before leaving Canterbury? We can pack the whole home the day before, or only the breakables, using proper removal boxes and wrapping.
Storage between Canterbury and London
If your completion dates do not line up, we can collect in Canterbury, store your belongings securely and deliver to London when your new home is ready.
Piano and specialist items
Moving a piano, antique or large piece of art to London? We use skids, straps and extra movers, and secure it properly in the vehicle for the whole journey.
Student moves
Heading between Canterbury and London for university? Shared or small-load moves keep the cost down, and we can collect from halls or a shared house at a time that suits you.
Arriving in London
Most of Greater London is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), and central London has the Congestion Charge on weekdays. Any charges that apply to our vehicles are included in your quote.
Many London streets have permit parking or red routes. If there is no space outside, we can advise on a parking suspension from your borough council, which usually needs about two weeks' notice.
For flats with lifts or concierge desks, let the building know your moving date and ask whether the lift needs to be reserved.
Leaving Canterbury
Canterbury is within easy reach of London, so even larger moves are usually completed comfortably in one day.
When leaving Canterbury, give your utility suppliers and council at least a week's notice, and tell us about any access issues such as steep drives, steps or no parking outside.
How your Canterbury to London move works
Tell us about your move
Call, WhatsApp or fill in the quote form with your Canterbury and London addresses, your date and roughly what you are moving.
Get a fixed quote
We confirm the Canterbury to London price in writing, with nothing hidden. For larger homes we can do a video survey of your Canterbury property first.
Moving day in Canterbury
Your crew arrives at your Canterbury address at the agreed time, protects your furniture and loads the vehicle in the order you want to unpack.
Delivery to London
On arrival in London we place furniture where you want it, rebuild beds and wardrobes and take away the used wrapping.
Canterbury to London moving checklist
- Take photos of wiring behind the TV and computer before packing up in Canterbury
- Register with a GP and dentist near your new home in London
- Arrange meter readings on moving day at both Canterbury and London
- Book your Canterbury to London move as early as you can, especially for a Friday or the end of the month
- Update your council tax account in Canterbury and set one up in London
- Measure large furniture against doorways and stairs at the London property
- Clear out anything you do not want to take to London before you get your quote
- Pack an essentials box for your first night in London: chargers, documents, medication and the kettle
Canterbury to London removals: FAQs
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