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St Albans to London Removals

25 milesabout 29 min drive

From St Albans to London is about 25 miles by road, with a typical drive time of 29 min along the A1(M), M1.

At this distance your move is normally loaded, driven and unloaded in a single working day, so there is no need to be without your furniture overnight. Tell us what you are moving and when, and we will send a fixed quote for your St Albans to London move, usually the same day.

Your St Albans to London move at a glance

Road distance
About 25 miles
Typical drive time
29 min
Main roads
A1(M), M1
Move length
Same-day move for most homes
Direction
Into London from the north-west
Origin region
East of England

How much does it cost to move from St Albans to London?

As a guide, a typical two-bedroom move from St Albans to London costs £580 to £780. Smaller moves using a man and van cost less, and larger family homes more. Booking a Tuesday to Thursday move to London is usually the best value, as Fridays and month-end book up first.

How our pricing works

Property sizeGuide price
Studio / few items£320 – £430
1 bedroom£430 – £580
2 bedrooms£580 – £780
3 bedrooms£800 – £1,080
4 bedrooms£1,050 – £1,420
5+ bedrooms£1,310 – £1,770

Guide prices only, based on about 25 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 St Albans to London

House removals from St Albans to London

Your whole home moved from St Albans 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.

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Man and van St Albans to London

A Luton van and one or two experienced movers, booked for your St Albans to London trip. Good for flats, part-loads and single rooms. If you only have a few rooms of furniture, this is often the cheapest way to get from St Albans to London.

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Office removals St Albans to London

Moving a business from St Albans 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.

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Packing service

Short on time before leaving St Albans? We can pack the whole home the day before, or only the breakables, using proper removal boxes and wrapping.

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Storage between St Albans and London

If your completion dates do not line up, we can collect in St Albans, store your belongings securely and deliver to London when your new home is ready.

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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 St Albans.

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Student moves

End of term? We move student rooms between St Albans and London, with no minimum load and times that fit around exams.

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Arriving in London

London's ULEZ and Congestion Charge can add cost to a move, so we price them in from the start rather than adding them on the day.

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 St Albans? Ask the building manager about lift reservations and loading times before the day.

Leaving St Albans

St Albans is well connected by the A-road network, and moves between here and London rarely need more than one day.

When leaving St Albans, 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 St Albans to London move works

  1. Tell us about your move

    Call, WhatsApp or fill in the quote form with your St Albans and London addresses, your date and roughly what you are moving.

  2. Get a fixed quote

    We confirm the St Albans to London price in writing, with nothing hidden. For larger homes we can do a video survey of your St Albans property first.

  3. Moving day in St Albans

    Your crew arrives at your St Albans address at the agreed time, protects your furniture and loads the vehicle in the order you want to unpack.

  4. Delivery to London

    The crew brings everything into your London home, room by room, and reassembles furniture before they leave.

St Albans to London moving checklist

  • Defrost the fridge-freezer the day before you leave St Albans
  • Redirect your post with Royal Mail from your St Albans address
  • Tell your bank, employer, GP and DVLA about your new London address
  • Confirm parking and access at your London address
  • Measure large furniture against doorways and stairs at the London property
  • Update your council tax account in St Albans and set one up in London
  • Pack an essentials box for your first night in London: chargers, documents, medication and the kettle
  • Clear out anything you do not want to take to London before you get your quote

St Albans to London removals: FAQs

How much does it cost to move from St Albans to London?
As a guide, a one-bedroom move starts from about £430 and a three-bedroom house typically costs £800–£1,080. You get a fixed written price before you book.
How long does a move from St Albans to London take?
The drive is about 29 min for roughly 25 miles. Same-day move for most homes. Loading and unloading usually take two to six hours at each end, depending on the size of your home.
Can you move me from St Albans to London on the same day?
Yes. At 25 miles, most moves on this route are completed the same day.
Can I share a van to save money?
Yes, for small loads. A part-load move shares vehicle space on a scheduled run towards London, so you pay for the space you use rather than the whole van.
Are my belongings insured?
Yes. Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance for the whole St Albans to London journey. Our trade and vehicle insurance references are listed at the foot of every page.
Do you provide packing materials?
Yes. We can supply boxes, tape, wrapping and wardrobe cartons, or pack everything in St Albans before the 25-mile drive.
Can you store my things between St Albans and London?
Yes. If your completion dates do not match, we can collect in St Albans, keep your belongings in secure storage and deliver to London when you are ready.

Moving the other way?

London to St Albans removalsSame 25-mile route, in reverse

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