How much does man and van cost?
Man and van in London starts from £45/hour for one person and a van, with a 2-hour minimum. Two people and a van starts from £65/hour.
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Moving Advice for London
Practical guides for London moves: pricing, packing, same-day bookings, access, parking, and borough-specific advice.
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Quick answers
Short answers for London moves
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Can I book same day?
Same-day moves are available across London when crews are free. Send your item list, pickup, drop-off, and timing before 2 PM for the fastest check.
Is insurance included?
Yes. Beta Relocation includes Goods in Transit cover up to GBP10,000 as standard, with additional cover available for high-value items.
Which areas are covered?
Beta Relocation covers all 32 London boroughs, including East, North, South, West, and Central London postcode areas.
Cost snapshot
London moving prices at a glance
Use this as a quick planning reference. Final quotes depend on distance, access, waiting time, item volume, and specialist handling.
View full pricing| Service | Typical starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| One person + van | £45/hour | Single items, studio moves, small flats |
| Two people + van | £65/hour | Heavier furniture, stairs, 1-3 room moves |
| Packing help | Quoted by items/time | Fragile items, full packing, labelled boxes |
| Specialist items | Custom quote | Pianos, antiques, art, hoisting, awkward access |
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Blog FAQs
Moving guide questions
Yes. The pricing guides explain hourly rates, minimum booking time, VAT, insurance, and common extras so you can estimate before requesting a quote.
Yes. Use WhatsApp or the app to send your locations, date, access notes, and item list. We will confirm the quote and availability.
Yes. Beta Relocation covers all 32 London boroughs with man and van, house removals, office removals, packing, and same-day moving support.