Montreal Moving Cost Calculator
Two movers and a truck run about $95 to $150 an hour in Montreal. Add packing, storage and tax to see the full cost.
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Estimated total
$960
Likely range $674 to $1,435. About 5.5 crew hours at the typical case.
- Movers and truck (2 movers)$633 · 66%
- Travel and fuel fee$115 · 12%
- Boxes and supplies$175 · 18%
- GST/HST at 5%$37 · 4%
| Item | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Movers and truck (2 movers)Crew hours at the hourly rate, with a three-hour minimum. | $633 | $380 to $1,050 |
| Travel and fuel feeMany companies add about an hour of crew time. | $115 | $95 to $150 |
| Boxes and supplies | $175 | Fixed |
| GST/HST at 5% on services | $37 | $24 to $60 |
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 Quebec, and Quebec sales tax (QST) can apply on top. Ask whether a quote includes both.
Moving in Montreal
A marketplace sample of Montreal movers had a median near $110 an hour, the lowest of the big four cities. Most leases end on 1 July, which concentrates moves into one week and pushes prices and availability sharply.
Moving around 1 July is the peak. Booking weeks ahead or moving a few days either side of it can save real money.
5% GST applies to moving services in Quebec, and Quebec sales tax (QST) can apply on top. Ask whether a quote includes both.
Buying or selling in Montreal
Buying? Add the move to the one-time costs in the closing costs calculator. Selling? Subtract it from what you net with the Montreal home sale proceeds calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much do movers cost in Montreal?
A 2026 marketplace sample put the median at about $110 an hour for two movers and a truck, and guides range from $95 to $150. Prices rise sharply around 1 July.
Why is moving day in Montreal so expensive?
Most Quebec leases end on 30 June, so a large share of tenants move in the same few days. Demand outruns the supply of crews and trucks.
Moving cost calculators for other cities
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.