Long-Distance Moves: Process, Costs & Checklist
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Long-Distance Moves: Process Costs & Checklist

Your long-distance move across Germany – fixed price after a survey, liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB) and a clear schedule.
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Planning a long-distance move – from the survey to reassembly

Long distances, a clear plan

Unsere Firma Professional on-site moving solutions with secure planning, flexible services and on-time execution.

A long-distance move places special demands on planning: loading and unloading are often several hundred kilometres apart, with statutory driving times and two addresses where the lorry has to park close to the door. At Beste Umzug Unternehmen you receive a fixed price after the survey, stating which services are included. On request we take care of packing, transport and furniture assembly, for example from Berlin to Munich or another city. How many movers and which vehicle are needed depends on the volume we record during the survey.

We handle both private moves and commercial long-distance moves and tailor the scope of services to your needs. You can find out more under Private move. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and drive from here to your destination; pages on individual places can be found under Locations. That way your long-distance move is planned from the survey to the very last box.

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A fixed price for your long-distance move – agreed after the survey

What is included is stated in the quote

Tell us your starting and destination address, the size of your flat and your preferred date for your long-distance move. After the survey you receive a fixed price listing transport, staff and any additional services booked; this price also applies on moving day as long as the scope does not change. Simply call us on 01625978461 or request your quote online.

Quotes available individually based on workload, scheduling and the desired scope of services.

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MAXIMUM CARE

What matters over long distances

Planning, care & fair prices

With long-distance moves, different things matter than with a move round the corner: how long may the driver drive in one go? Where will the lorry park at the destination? What happens if the new flat is only free a day later? We clarify these questions before you book. We are liable for damage to your belongings under the HGB; liability is limited to €620 per cubic metre, so it is best to transport jewellery and documents yourself. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21); pages on places can be found under Locations.

Survey first

We record volume, floors and carrying distances on site or by video – only then is the fixed price set.

Driving times planned in

More than 9 hours of driving a day is not permitted. We plan longer routes with a second driver or an overnight stop.

Two parking zones

The lorry should park in front of the door at both the moving-out and the destination address; the signs for a parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone) must be up 72 hours in advance.

Assembly at the destination

We dismantle wardrobes and beds in Berlin and reassemble them at your new home if you also book furniture assembly.
RELIABLY PLANNED

Our services at a glance

A long-distance move succeeds when everyone involved works from the same plan: date, volume, access at both addresses and what the fixed price includes. We pay attention to this on every job.

01

Reliable moving service

Loading day and delivery day are stated in the quote; if anything changes over the long route, you will hear from us in good time before the move.
02

Safe handling

Furniture is padded and secured in the lorry so that it arrives intact even after many hundreds of kilometres of long-distance move.
03

Clear communication

The fixed price states what is included – packing, assembly or a parking restriction are listed separately if you book them.
04

Structured move planning

We plan the route, breaks and arrival time so that there is still enough daylight at the destination for unloading.
05

Flexible support

If the new flat is not yet free, your household goods can be put into storage on request and delivered later.
06

Careful handover

On arrival you check your belongings; note any visible damage straight away on the delivery note and report it to us by the following day at the latest.
NATIONWIDE SERVICE

Little to move? Part load!

Ideal for just a few pieces of furniture
A shared load is worthwhile when you have few belongings going a long way, for example when only one room, a sofa or a few boxes are coming along. We check whether a suitable trip is scheduled when you enquire; we tell you the delivery window in advance, and the same HGB liability applies to your belongings as with a lorry of your own.
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EUROPE-WIDE MOVES

From
planning to assembly

We take care of every detail

A long-distance move differs considerably from a local move, as factors such as route planning, drivers' rest periods and interim storage play a bigger role. We are happy to advise you on all relevant aspects of your move, from the best way to pack to choosing a suitable moving date. Special topics such as transporting pianos, artworks or delicate furniture are also handled professionally. You can find more details about what we offer on our Long-distance moves page.

Planning safe and relaxed

A checklist covering notice periods, parking restrictions at both addresses, a mail forwarding order (Nachsendeauftrag) and re-registering within two weeks of moving in keeps your long-distance move on schedule – ideally with eight weeks' lead time.

Furniture, boxes, transport routes

Sturdy boxes, padded furniture and a box for the first night in your new home: with the right packing service your things will survive long journeys too.

Costs, timing and special cases

Kilometres, volume, floors and booked services determine the price; a shared load, fewer household goods or a weekday date can lower it noticeably.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about long-distance moves

Answers on the costs, duration, liability and planning of a long-distance move.
The costs of a long-distance move start at around €3.95 per kilometre and also depend on moving volume, number of floors and the additional services you want. On top of that come costs that do not depend on the distance, such as carrying, assembly or a parking restriction. An individual fixed-price quote gives you exact clarity about the actual costs.

The long-distance move process in detail

A professional long-distance move begins with a free survey or virtual assessment of the moving volume so that the fixed price can be calculated precisely. This is followed by detailed route planning that takes into account distance, traffic and possible stopovers.

On moving day our staff take care of proper packing, safe transport and assembling the furniture at your new home. Clear communication and a fixed contact person mean you always keep track throughout the entire long-distance move.

Costs per kilometre and ways to save

The costs of a long-distance move start at around €3.95 per kilometre and vary depending on moving volume, floor and additional services such as packing or assembly. If you plan cleverly, you can save considerably with a shared load, as the cargo space is shared with other moves.

The date can also play a role, for example a weekend or the end of the month; whether a surcharge applies is stated in the quote in advance. After that, the agreed fixed price only changes if the scope changes.

Moving costs made transparent

Type of movePrice from
1 room€349
2 rooms€609
3 rooms€889
4 rooms€1,279
House/villaindividual quote
Long-distance move€3.95/km

Transparency matters to us – which is why we recommend a free on-site survey.

Moving price check: these factors count

Besides the volume, the distance (from €3.95/km) is decisive for the price. Structural factors such as the floor and lift as well as a parking restriction zone can add to the effort. We are also happy to help with furniture assembly and a shared load.

Our service catalogue

To make your move a full success, we offer a broad range of services.

Furniture transportReliable transport for furniture of every kind.furniture transport
Move with assemblyAssembly service for a carefree move.move with assembly
Home moveProfessional help for your private change of home.home move
ClearanceWe dispose of what you no longer need.clearance
Company moveProfessional moves for businesses and offices.company move
Part loadCost-effective alternative for smaller transports.part load

Long-distance moves from Berlin – routes and places

We organise long-distance moves from Berlin (Stromstraße 21) to other cities. Pages on individual routes can be found under Long-distance moves, and places with their own pages in the locations overview.

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