Manchester man and van prices
Prices depend on the van size, distance, access and how much loading help you need. Smaller local Manchester moves can start from £25/hour, while larger flat and house moves usually cost more because they need bigger vans and extra helpers.
Small local move
From £25/hour
Best for boxes, bags, small furniture and quick local moves where you can help with loading.
Medium van
From £35/hour
A practical option for smaller moves, student rooms and single-item transport with customer loading.
Large van + helpers
From £62/hour
Better for flat moves, heavier furniture and jobs where extra loading help makes sense.
Luton van + 3 helpers
From £112/hour
Suited to larger house moves, bigger loads and jobs where speed and extra lifting support matter.
Guide prices are based on Manchester quote data. Your final price can vary depending on mileage, access, waiting time, move size and the level of loading help you choose.
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Manchester man and van services
From flat moves and student rooms to furniture transport and larger home moves, compare Manchester man and van quotes for the job you need.
Flat & apartment moves
For city-centre flats, Salford Quays apartments and moves where stairs, lifts or building access need planning in.
Student Moves
For halls, house shares and end-of-term moves around Fallowfield, Rusholme, Withington and nearby student areas.
Furniture transport
For sofas, beds, wardrobes, appliances, marketplace purchases and store collections across Manchester.
House moves
For small and larger house moves where you need the right van size, loading help and support on moving day.
Whatever the job, comparing quotes upfront makes it easier to choose the right van size, level of help, and driver for your move.
Choose the right van size and loading help
Not every Manchester move needs the same van or the same level of help. Smaller jobs may simply need a medium van and driver-only service, while flat moves, heavy furniture and larger homes are often easier with a bigger van and extra loading help.
Not sure what will fit? Use our van size guide or try the van size calculator before you book.
| Move type | Van size | Help level |
|---|---|---|
| Few boxes or single item | Small or medium van | None or driver only |
| Student room | Medium van | None or driver only |
| Studio or small flat | Medium or large van | Driver only |
| 1–2 bed flat | Large van | 1–2 helpers |
| Small house move | Large or Luton van | 2 helpers |
| Larger house move | Luton van | 2–3 helpers |
No help means you handle all loading and unloading. Driver-only can help with heavier items, but you may still need to assist with large or awkward furniture.
For all moves, if you have stairs, heavy furniture, limited parking or a long walk from the van to the property, adding loading help can make the move faster and easier.
