Packers & Movers Charges in India
Real rates from verified, GST-registered movers — local shifting, intercity corridors, and vehicle transport. No commission markup, because we never take one.
Local Shifting Charges (Within City)
Rates for moves within the same city, including labour, transport and basic packing. Full packing (cartons, bubble wrap, crates) adds 20–30%.
| Home Size | Typical Charge | Crew & Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 1 RK / Studio | ₹3,000 – ₹7,000 | 2 movers, tempo |
| 1 BHK | ₹4,000 – ₹10,000 | 2–3 movers, tempo/small truck |
| 2 BHK | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 | 3–4 movers, 14-ft truck |
| 3 BHK | ₹10,000 – ₹25,000 | 4–5 movers, 17-ft truck |
| 4 BHK / Villa | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | 5+ movers, container truck |
Intercity Shifting Charges (By Distance)
Full-household intercity ranges — the low end is a 1 BHK on a shared truck, the high end a 3 BHK on a dedicated container.
| Distance | Example Corridors | Typical Charge | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 300 km | Mumbai→Pune, Delhi→Jaipur | ₹6,000 – ₹20,000 | Same day |
| 300 – 700 km | Bangalore→Chennai, Delhi→Lucknow | ₹7,000 – ₹28,000 | 1 day |
| 700 – 1,200 km | Mumbai→Bangalore, Pune→Chennai | ₹11,000 – ₹40,000 | 1–2 days |
| 1,200 – 2,200 km | Delhi→Mumbai, Chennai→Delhi | ₹17,000 – ₹55,000 | 2–4 days |
Popular Corridor Rates
Exact ranges for India's busiest shifting lanes — tap any route for the full cost breakdown, transit timeline and booking guide.
| Route | Distance | Charge Range | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi → Mumbai | 1,421 km | ₹18,000 – ₹45,000 | 22–26 hrs |
| Mumbai → Bangalore | 984 km | ₹14,000 – ₹35,000 | 14–18 hrs |
| Delhi → Bangalore | 2,150 km | ₹22,000 – ₹55,000 | 32–38 hrs |
| Pune → Bangalore | 845 km | ₹12,000 – ₹32,000 | 12–15 hrs |
| Bangalore → Hyderabad | 570 km | ₹9,000 – ₹26,000 | 8–10 hrs |
| Delhi → Jaipur | 281 km | ₹7,000 – ₹20,000 | 4–6 hrs |
| Mumbai → Pune | 150 km | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 | 3–4 hrs |
| Chennai → Bangalore | 346 km | ₹7,000 – ₹20,000 | 5–7 hrs |
| Delhi → Kolkata | 1,531 km | ₹18,000 – ₹44,000 | 24–28 hrs |
| Hyderabad → Mumbai | 711 km | ₹11,000 – ₹30,000 | 10–12 hrs |
| Ahmedabad → Mumbai | 524 km | ₹9,000 – ₹26,000 | 7–9 hrs |
| Delhi → Chandigarh | 262 km | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 | 4–5 hrs |
Car & Bike Transport Charges
| Vehicle | Transport Mode | Typical Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Bike (commuter) | Shared carrier, crate-packed | ₹2,500 – ₹6,000 |
| Bike (premium / superbike) | Dedicated crate, enclosed | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Hatchback / Sedan | Open car carrier | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 |
| SUV / Luxury car | Enclosed carrier | ₹12,000 – ₹35,000 |
What Decides Your Final Price
Distance & route
The single biggest factor. Rates per km fall as distance rises — short hauls carry fixed loading/unloading costs.
Volume of goods
Movers price by truck size needed (tempo → 14 ft → 17 ft → container), not by room count alone. Decluttering before the survey directly cuts your quote.
Floor & lift access
Ground + lift is the baseline. Each stair-only floor typically adds ₹500–1,500 for the extra labour.
Packing grade
Basic (blankets + stretch wrap) vs full packing (bubble wrap, cartons, crates for fragiles) can swing the bill 20–30%.
Season & date
Month-end weekends and May–June peak season run 15–30% higher. Mid-month weekdays are cheapest.
Transit insurance
Typically 1.5–3% of declared goods value. Skipping it saves little and risks everything on long hauls.
Hidden Charges to Watch For
Every one of these should be named in your written quote. If a mover won't itemise, walk away — see our 7-step verification process for how listed movers are screened.
- Packing material billed separately after a "material included" verbal promise
- Stair / shifting-labour surcharge announced on moving day
- Toll and octroi charges not mentioned in the written quote
- Warehouse handling fee when the truck is shared with another consignment
- GST added on top of an "all-inclusive" quote (18% applies to moving services)
- Unpacking and reassembly charged extra despite being quoted as included
Charges by City
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do packers and movers charge in 2026?+
Local shifting within a city costs ₹3,000–₹25,000 depending on home size (1 RK to 3 BHK). Intercity moves range from ₹6,000 for short hauls under 300 km to ₹55,000+ for 2,000 km+ corridors with a full 3 BHK household. Car transport adds ₹6,000–₹35,000 and bike transport ₹2,500–₹12,000.
How are packers and movers charges calculated?+
Quotes are built from five inputs: distance, goods volume (which decides truck size), packing grade, floor/lift access at both ends, and season. Labour and packing material are usually 40–50% of a local bill; line-haul (truck + fuel + tolls) dominates intercity pricing.
What is the packers and movers cost per km?+
For household shifting, expect roughly ₹25–₹50 per km for a shared truck and ₹40–₹80 per km for a dedicated truck, falling as distance rises. Per-km maths only works beyond ~300 km — below that, fixed loading/unloading costs dominate.
Is GST charged on packers and movers services?+
Yes — 18% GST applies to packing-and-moving services from any registered mover. A mover who cannot issue a GST invoice is operating informally, and you have no paper trail if goods are damaged. Every mover listed on PackersBazaar is GST-verified.
What hidden charges should I watch for?+
The most common: packing material billed separately, stair-carry surcharges announced on moving day, tolls excluded from the quote, warehouse handling fees on shared trucks, and GST added on top of an "all-inclusive" price. Insist on a written, itemised quote that names each of these.
How can I reduce my shifting cost?+
Declutter before the pre-move survey (volume decides truck size), move mid-month on a weekday, avoid the May–June and Diwali peaks, choose a shared truck for smaller loads, and compare at least 3 written quotes from verified movers.
Do movers include packing material in the quote?+
Only if the written quote says so. Basic quotes often cover blankets and stretch wrap only; cartons, bubble wrap and wooden crates for fragiles are billed per piece unless you book a full-packing package. Get the packing grade in writing.
How much does transit insurance cost?+
Typically 1.5–3% of your declared goods value. On a ₹5 lakh household that is ₹7,500–₹15,000 — worth it on intercity moves, where a single transit accident can wipe out far more than the premium.
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