Colchester to London Removals
From Colchester to London is about 63 miles by road, with a typical drive time of 1 h 13 min along the A127, A12.
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 Colchester to London journey.
Your Colchester to London move at a glance
- Road distance
- About 63 miles
- Typical drive time
- 1 h 13 min
- Main roads
- A127, A12
- Move length
- Same-day move for most homes
- Direction
- Into London from the north-east
- Origin region
- East of England
How much does it cost to move from Colchester to London?
For a two-bedroom property, expect around £670 to £900 for the Colchester to London move. Your exact price depends on volume, access and the date you choose. If your dates are flexible, a midweek slot for the Colchester to London run is often cheaper than a Friday.
| Property size | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Studio / few items | £380 – £510 |
| 1 bedroom | £500 – £680 |
| 2 bedrooms | £670 – £900 |
| 3 bedrooms | £920 – £1,240 |
| 4 bedrooms | £1,190 – £1,610 |
| 5+ bedrooms | £1,480 – £2,000 |
Guide prices only, based on about 63 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 Colchester to London
House removals from Colchester to London
Your whole home moved from Colchester 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 Colchester to London
Ideal for flats, students and smaller loads. You book a Luton van with one or two movers for the 63-mile trip, with no minimum property size. A man and van is usually the most cost-effective option for a studio or one-bedroom move on this route.
Office removals Colchester to London
For business moves between Colchester and London we agree a timetable with you, label every desk and cable, and aim to have you trading again the next working day.
Packing service
Our team can pack everything before the Colchester to London drive, or just the fragile items such as glassware, mirrors and pictures. We supply double-walled boxes, wrapping paper, wardrobe cartons and mattress covers.
Storage between Colchester and London
If your completion dates do not line up, we can collect in Colchester, store your belongings securely and deliver to London when your new home is ready.
Piano and specialist items
Heavy and valuable items such as pianos, safes and antiques need planning. Tell us about them up front and we will bring the right kit to Colchester.
Student moves
Heading between Colchester 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
The ULEZ covers almost all of Greater London, and the Congestion Charge applies in the centre on weekdays. For your Colchester move, any zone charges are built into the fixed price.
Check your street's parking rules early. Most London boroughs can suspend a bay for moving day if you apply around ten working days ahead.
Moving into a London flat from Colchester? Ask the building manager about lift reservations and loading times before the day.
Leaving Colchester
Colchester is well connected by the A-road network, and moves between here and London rarely need more than one day.
When leaving Colchester, 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 Colchester to London move works
Tell us about your move
Call, WhatsApp or fill in the quote form with your Colchester and London addresses, your date and roughly what you are moving.
Get a fixed quote
We confirm the Colchester to London price in writing, with nothing hidden. For larger homes we can do a video survey of your Colchester property first.
Moving day in Colchester
Your crew arrives at your Colchester 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.
Colchester to London moving checklist
- Tell your bank, employer, GP and DVLA about your new London address
- Confirm parking and access at your London address
- Take photos of wiring behind the TV and computer before packing up in Colchester
- Measure large furniture against doorways and stairs at the London property
- Defrost the fridge-freezer the day before you leave Colchester
- Redirect your post with Royal Mail from your Colchester address
- Register with a GP and dentist near your new home in London
- Book your Colchester to London move as early as you can, especially for a Friday or the end of the month
Colchester to London removals: FAQs
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