Watford to London Removals
Moving from Watford to London? It is about 20 miles by road, typically 23 min behind the wheel, mostly on 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. 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 Watford to London journey.
Your Watford to London move at a glance
- Road distance
- About 20 miles
- Typical drive time
- 23 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 Watford to London?
As a guide, a typical two-bedroom move from Watford to London costs £570 to £770. 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.
| Property size | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Studio / few items | £310 – £420 |
| 1 bedroom | £420 – £570 |
| 2 bedrooms | £570 – £770 |
| 3 bedrooms | £780 – £1,050 |
| 4 bedrooms | £1,030 – £1,390 |
| 5+ bedrooms | £1,290 – £1,740 |
Guide prices only, based on about 20 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 Watford to London
House removals from Watford to London
Your whole home moved from Watford 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 Watford to London
Ideal for flats, students and smaller loads. You book a Luton van with one or two movers for the 20-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 Watford to London
Relocating an office to London means planning around your staff and systems. We crate IT equipment, map furniture to your new floor plan and can work evenings or weekends.
Packing service
Short on time before leaving Watford? We can pack the whole home the day before, or only the breakables, using proper removal boxes and wrapping.
Storage between Watford and London
If your completion dates do not line up, we can collect in Watford, store your belongings securely and deliver to London when your new home is ready.
Piano and specialist items
Pianos, antiques, artwork, gym equipment and other heavy or delicate items get the right equipment and extra hands. Mention them when you ask for a quote so the 20-mile journey is planned properly.
Student moves
Students moving to or from London can book a small van for a few boxes, a bike and a desk, with collection from halls or shared houses.
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.
Parking is often the hardest part of a London move. If your street has permit bays or yellow lines, a borough parking suspension keeps space free for the lorry on moving day.
For flats with lifts or concierge desks, let the building know your moving date and ask whether the lift needs to be reserved.
Leaving Watford
Watford is well connected by the A-road network, and moves between here and London rarely need more than one day.
When leaving Watford, 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 Watford to London move works
Tell us about your move
Call, WhatsApp or fill in the quote form with your Watford and London addresses, your date and roughly what you are moving.
Get a fixed quote
We confirm the Watford to London price in writing, with nothing hidden. For larger homes we can do a video survey of your Watford property first.
Moving day in Watford
Your crew arrives at your Watford address at the agreed time, protects your furniture and loads the vehicle in the order you want to unpack.
Delivery to London
We drive the 20 miles, unload room by room and reassemble anything we took apart.
Watford to London moving checklist
- 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
- Update your council tax account in Watford and set one up in London
- Arrange meter readings on moving day at both Watford and London
- Book your Watford to London move as early as you can, especially for a Friday or the end of the month
- Register with a GP and dentist near your new home in London
- Take photos of wiring behind the TV and computer before packing up in Watford
Watford to London removals: FAQs
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Moving the other way?
London to Watford removalsSame 20-mile route, in reverseNearby routes
- Bushey to London
- North Watford to London
- Rickmansworth to London
- Borehamwood to London
- St Albans to London
- Hemel Hempstead to London
- Chalfont St Peter to London
- Gerrards Cross to London
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