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Melbourne to Brisbane removalists: compare up to 3 quotes

Tell us about your move once. Up to 3 removalists that run Melbourne to Brisbane contact you with a quote. It's free and there's no obligation.

~1,680 kminland, about 18 hours' driving
3–5 daystypical transit, backloading
$150–200per m³, backloading

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A long move, and a popular one

Queensland has gained people from Victoria every year since 2016–17. At this distance, removalists plan the trip differently from shorter east-coast runs.

6,917more people moved from Victoria to Queensland than the other way in 2024–25
~18 hof driving on the inland route, so most removalists plan it over 2 days or more
Railmany loads on this route travel in containers by train, not by truck all the way
6.9 daysaverage pickup-to-delivery time on one booking platform's data

The road north

By road, most trucks skip Sydney and take the inland Newell Highway, which runs 1,062 km from Tocumwal on the Murray River to Goondiwindi on the Queensland border. The coast road via Sydney is about 100 km longer.

  1. MelbournePickup
  2. SheppartonGoulburn Valley
  3. TocumwalNewell starts
  4. DubboCentral West NSW
  5. MoreeNorth-west NSW
  6. GoondiwindiQueensland border
  7. Brisbane~1,680 km

Rail and road loads both end up on a local truck for delivery, so tell your removalist about stairs, lifts and parking at the Brisbane end.

What a Melbourne to Brisbane move costs (2026)

Backloading estimates: typical volume multiplied by published rates for this route, about $150 to $200 per m³. It's dearer per m³ than shorter runs because of the distance. A dedicated truck costs more again.

  • A few itemsup to ~7 m³up to ~$1,400
  • Studio or 1 bedroom~10 m³$1,500 – $2,000
  • 2 bedrooms~15 m³$2,250 – $3,000
  • 3 bedrooms~30 m³$4,500 – $6,000
  • 4 bedrooms~40 m³$6,000 – $8,000

For comparison, Muval's booking data for this route shows a typical move of about $2,564 for 16.5 m³. Small loads often hit a minimum charge, and houses with a garage or shed usually run bigger than the typical volumes above.

Leaving Victoria, arriving in Queensland

Two states' paperwork, in the order you'll need it.

Before you leave VictoriaBond, rego refund and the things that are easy to forget
  • Claim your bond through the RTBA once the final inspection is done
  • Keep your Victorian plates: Queensland collects them when you re-register
  • Then cancel your Victorian rego with VicRoads for a refund of the time left
Once you're in QueenslandDeadlines start from the day you move
  • Register your car in Queensland within 14 days, usually with a Queensland safety certificate
  • Switch to a Queensland licence within 3 months
  • No daylight saving: an hour behind Melbourne from October to April

More detail on Queensland rego, licences and connections in our moving checklist; the Queensland steps are the same whichever state you're coming from.

How it works

You deal with the removalists directly. We don't add anything to their price.

  1. Step 1

    Tell us about your move

    Suburbs, home size and your date. One form.

  2. Step 2

    We match your route

    Up to 3 removalists that run Melbourne to Brisbane get your request.

  3. Step 3

    Compare and book

    They contact you directly with a quote. Pick the one that fits.

Common questions

How long does a Melbourne to Brisbane move take?

Backloading is often quoted at 3 to 5 business days in transit, and one booking platform's data averages about a week from pickup to delivery. With a dedicated truck, you agree the dates with the removalist up front.

How much does it cost to move from Melbourne to Brisbane?

With backloading, roughly $2,250 to $3,000 for a 2-bedroom home and $4,500 to $6,000 for 3 bedrooms, based on published rates of about $150 to $200 per m³. A dedicated truck costs more.

Why do some removalists send my things by rail?

On long east-coast routes, rail containers are a cost-effective way to move loads between capital cities. Your belongings are packed into a container in Melbourne and delivered by a local truck in Brisbane. Ask each removalist how your load will travel.

Should I drive my car up or ship it?

The drive is about 18 hours, so most people split it over two days. Car transport is the alternative, and it's usually booked separately from the furniture.

Can I use this form for the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast?

Yes. Put your Queensland suburb in "Moving to" and we'll match you with removalists that run that route.

Does it cost anything?

No. Requesting quotes is free and you're under no obligation to book. Removalists may pay us for receiving requests; it doesn't change the price they quote you.

Sources and method. Migration: Queensland Government Statistician's Office, Population growth highlights and trends, Queensland, 2026 edition. Rates and transit: Muval's Melbourne to Brisbane data ($164.80 to $206 per m³, typical move $2,564 for 16.5 m³, average 6.9 days, rail) and Transcorp Removals & Storage (from about $150 per m³, 3 to 5 business days). Typical volumes from removalists' guides by Ready Movers and Upmove. Rego: Queensland Government and VicRoads. Road distance about 1,680 km inland or 1,776 km via the coast, depending on start and end points. Checked October 2026.