A.B Montage GmbH
Planning & costs · 6 min

How much does a move in Switzerland cost?

The cost of a move depends on many factors – volume, distance, floor and additional services. Here you’ll find realistic benchmarks for Switzerland and concrete tips on how to protect your budget.

Benchmarks by flat size

The following ranges apply to a local move with a professional company including transport. Additional services such as packing or final cleaning come on top.

  • 1.5–2.5 rooms: approx. CHF 600–1’200
  • 3–4 rooms: approx. CHF 1’200–2’500
  • 5+ rooms / house: from approx. CHF 2’500

The main cost factors

These factors influence the price the most:

  • Volume (number of rooms and furniture)
  • Distance between old and new flat
  • Floor and availability of a lift
  • Additional services: packing, furniture assembly, final cleaning
  • Date (month-end is more expensive)

7 tips to save on your move

With a bit of planning, costs can be noticeably reduced:

  • Compare several quotes early
  • Declutter – less volume, lower price
  • Move during the week instead of month-end
  • Pack yourself instead of using a packing service
  • Reuse packing material
  • Book the move and final cleaning combined with the same provider
  • Insist on a fixed price instead of an hourly rate

Frequently asked questions

Is a moving company worth it or should I move myself?

For small moves, doing it yourself can be cheaper. From about 3 rooms, a company’s advantages prevail: insurance, speed, no injury risk and a handover guarantee for cleaning.

What does a fixed-price guarantee mean?

After the survey you receive a binding price that does not increase afterwards – unlike hourly billing.