Calgary Moving Cost Calculator
Two movers and a truck run about $110 to $175 an hour in Calgary. Add packing, storage and tax to see the full cost.
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Estimated total
$1,097
Likely range $753 to $1,645. About 5.5 crew hours at the typical case.
- Movers and truck (2 movers)$743 · 68%
- Travel and fuel fee$135 · 12%
- Boxes and supplies$175 · 16%
- GST/HST at 5%$44 · 4%
| Item | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Movers and truck (2 movers)Crew hours at the hourly rate, with a three-hour minimum. | $743 | $440 to $1,225 |
| Travel and fuel feeMany companies add about an hour of crew time. | $135 | $110 to $175 |
| Boxes and supplies | $175 | Fixed |
| GST/HST at 5% on services | $44 | $28 to $70 |
An estimate from published 2026 rate guides, not a quote. No government publishes mover prices, so get two or three written quotes with the hours, crew, truck and fees in writing. 5% GST applies to moving services in Alberta, which has no provincial sales tax.
Moving in Calgary
Guides put two movers and a truck at $110 to $180 an hour.
Summer and month-end weekends are the busiest and most expensive. Book early for those dates.
5% GST applies to moving services in Alberta, which has no provincial sales tax.
Buying or selling in Calgary
Buying? Add the move to the one-time costs in the Alberta closing costs calculator. Selling? Subtract it from what you net with the Calgary home sale proceeds calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much do movers cost in Calgary?
Published 2026 guides put two movers and a truck at about $110 to $180 an hour. A three-bedroom local move is estimated at $1,000 to $1,600.
Is GST charged on movers in Alberta?
Yes, 5% GST. Alberta has no provincial sales tax, so that is usually the whole tax bill.
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Sources
Most sources are moving-company and marketplace guides, so treat them as indicative. This is an estimate, not a quote. Confirm hours, crew, truck and fees in writing.