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How much does a man with a van cost in the UK?

Prices are fixed per move based on what you’re moving and how far it’s going, not charged by the hour. Distance is the biggest single factor: a local move under 5 miles averages £50–£56, 20–50 miles around £80, 50–100 miles £112, and over 200 miles around £275. A one-person job averages £77; a two-person team £151. By comparison, man and van services that charge hourly typically run £36–£57 an hour and most apply a two-hour minimum. Transport Executive quotes are fixed before you book, no hourly clock, no fuel surcharges, no hidden extras.

Can you move just one item, like a sofa or a mattress?

Yes. Single items are the most common booking we handle. Around three quarters of moves booked through Transport Executive are 3 cubic metres or less: a sofa, a mattress, a fridge freezer, a bed frame, or a load of boxes. There’s no minimum job size, and same-day or next-day slots are often available. As a guide, a sofa averages £69, a bed £73 and a table £71 for a local move, distance is what changes the price most, with a single item travelling 100–200 miles averaging £161.

What’s the cheapest day to move?

Midweek, and by a wide margin. We quoted an identical Manchester to London move across every available date in July and August 2026: a Friday came out at £278 against £202 on a Tuesday, 38% more for the same van, the same load and the same route. Running it in reverse gave the same result.

There’s a quirk worth knowing: the cheapest midweek day flips depending on which way you’re travelling. Heading north out of London, Mondays and Wednesdays were cheapest. Heading south into London, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Vans returning from a delivery have spare capacity on the way back, and that saving gets passed on. Prices also settle around three weeks ahead, booking within a few days of your move costs roughly 13% more, but there’s no further saving from booking six weeks out rather than three.

How does Transport Executive work?

We’re a booking service, not a van fleet. Tell us your collection and delivery postcodes and what you’re moving, and we match you with vetted, insured drivers already covering that route. You get a fixed price up front, no hourly clock, no fuel surcharges, no hidden extras. Because drivers are matched to journeys they’re already making, empty return trips get filled and the saving comes back to you.

How far in advance should I book?

Most customers book 2–7 days ahead, that’s the median across our bookings, and around half book within a week of moving. Roughly 8% book same-day or next-day, and those slots are usually available for single items. For a full house move, or if you’re moving on a Friday or at month-end when demand peaks, allow 2–3 weeks. Prices tend to settle about three weeks out, so booking earlier than that rarely saves money. For international moves to Europe, allow 3–6 weeks to plan the route, customs paperwork and vehicle allocation.

What size van do I need?

Most people need less space than they expect. From real bookings: 1m³ – about the size of a washing machine, covers a double mattress, one two-seater sofa, or around 10 boxes. 2m³ covers an L-shaped sofa, a kingsize bed and mattress, or 15 medium boxes. 3m³ covers two sofas, or a garden table and six chairs, or 20 large boxes. A 3-bed flat runs 8–12m³, and a 3-bed house 20m³ or more.

A long-wheelbase van holds roughly 11m³, so a typical single-item move uses less than a tenth of one. Three quarters of the moves we book come in at 3m³ or under. You don’t need to work this out yourself, the booking system recommends a size from your inventory.

Do I have to pay the Congestion Charge or ULEZ when moving to London?

If your delivery address falls inside the Congestion Charge zone, a daily charge applies during charging hours. ULEZ covers most of Greater London with a separate daily charge for non-compliant vehicles, though the majority of vans on our network are ULEZ-compliant, so that one usually doesn’t apply. Check whether your quote includes the Congestion Charge before booking. Moving outside charging hours avoids it entirely, and since midweek moves are cheaper anyway, a Tuesday or Wednesday outside peak hours is usually the cheapest way to move into London.

Do you handle international removals to Europe post-Brexit?

Yes. Transport Executive connects you with removal firms covering Spain, France, Portugal, the Netherlands and Ireland, including customs documentation and import declarations. For moves to Spain, the T1 transit procedure applies to household goods crossing the EU border, and you’ll usually need a TIE residency permit for items imported as part of a relocation. Your quote confirms which provider handles the paperwork.

Are your removal services fully insured?

Yes. Every move booked through Transport Executive includes goods-in-transit insurance and public liability cover. Your belongings are protected from loading to delivery. For high-value items, antiques, or artwork, we recommend declaring these when requesting your quote so we can confirm appropriate coverage levels.

What if my move gets delayed or my completion date changes?

We understand property chains can shift. For domestic moves, date changes made 48+ hours in advance are accommodated at no charge subject to availability. For international moves, we offer temporary secure storage from £20/day if your destination isn’t ready on arrival. We’ll keep you updated via WhatsApp or email throughout.