How much does a move cost in Spain in 2025?
Practical guide with updated price ranges, factors that most influence the budget, and tricks to avoid overpaying.
1) Context 2025
In 2025, moving budgets in Spain will be adjusted due to fuel, packaging materials, and labor costs. Demand is concentrated on weekends, the end of the month, and the summer season, which puts pressure on prices and availability. With flexible dates, the cost goes down.
2) Price ranges by type
Local moves (same city/province)
- Studio or 1 bedroom: 400–800 €
- 2–3 bedrooms: 550–1,000 €
- High volume / single-family: €950–2,000
Interprovincial moves
- Small volume: 500–1,500 €
- Average volume: 700–2,000 €
- Long/popular routes (e.g. Madrid–Barcelona): 800–2,500 €
International Moving
- EU and nearby countries (average volume): €2,500–6,000
- Long distances / maritime (high volume): €6,000–10,000
The amounts are estimates and may vary depending on access, height, elevator, parking restrictions, packaging, insurance, and dates.
3) How to calculate a budget
Most companies combine these criteria:
- Volume (m³): calculation base. In 2025, the usual price ranges between 35–60 € / m³ for local/peninsular services.
- Distance (km): typical surcharge of €0.50–1.00 / km on intercity/interprovincial routes.
- Working hours: teams and timeframes; rates of 40–80 €/hour depending on city and availability.
- Access and logistics: apartments without elevators, narrow hallways, long distances to the entrance, need for a crane or permits.
- Professional packaging and materials: if the team packs for you, the cost goes up but you save time and avoid damage.
- Insurance: Optional all-risk coverage; useful for valuable or international moves.
4) Usual extras (and their cost)
- Professional packing: €100–300 (depending on the number of rooms and fragility).
- Disassembly and assembly of furniture: €100–200 (basic); special furniture may require a technician.
- Elevating platform / crane: €100–180 per service.
- Storage: €20–40 / m³ per month (discounts for volume/term).
- Municipal loading/unloading permits: vary by municipality and zone.
- Packaging materials: approved boxes, blankets, film, bubble wrap, corner protectors.
Tip: Buy packs of approved moving boxes: they are cheaper and offer better protection.
5) Tips for saving without drama
- Request at least 3 quotes and demand a detailed breakdown by item (m³, km, hours, extras, insurance).
- Be flexible with the date : it's usually cheaper on weekdays, outside of the end of the month, and in the summer.
- Reduce volume : donate, sell, or recycle what you don't use (less m³ = less cost).
- Pack your non-fragile items yourself, using sturdy boxes that are clearly labeled.
- Book in advance to ensure availability and avoid last-minute surcharges.
- Written budget agreement with clear access conditions, schedules, and permits.
6) Summary table of prices (indicative)
| Type of move | Estimated range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local · Studio / 1 bedroom | 400–800 € | Depending on m³, access and packaging requirements. |
| Local · 2–3 bedrooms | 550–1,000 € | Increase if there is disassembly, crane work, or long distances to the portal. |
| Local · High volume / single-family home | €950–2,000 | More staff and vehicles; pre-visit recommended. |
| Interprovincial · Small volume | 500–1,500 € | Key: km, tolls, overnight stays |
| Interprovincial · Average volume | 700–2,000 € | Get a better price with flexible dates |
| Popular long-distance routes (e.g. Madrid–Barcelona) | 800–2,500 € | Combines m³ + km + urban access |
| International · EU / nearby | €2,500–6,000 | Full coverage insurance recommended. |
| International · Long distance / maritime | €6,000–10,000 | Container, customs, port handling |
Average values for 2025 in Spain. Use these ranges as a guide to compare real budgets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the company calculate it without a visit?
Some use video or a detailed form to estimate cubic meters. For large homes or complicated access, a visit (or video visit) prevents surprises.
What happens if the volume increases on moving day?
If the contract specifies a range of m³/hours, there may be a recalculation. Agree in writing what constitutes a substantial change and the price for excess.
Is it worth hiring professional packing services?
If you have fragile items or little time, yes. It usually reduces damage and speeds up loading. For clothes and books, you can self-pack and save money.
What insurance do I need?
Review the included civil liability coverage and consider all-risk insurance for high-value, international, or storage-related moves.
How do I prepare the boxes?
Use approved boxes, not too large so they don't weigh too much, reinforce the base, label by room and contents, and mark fragile when applicable.
Downloadable checklist
- Inventory list by room
- Parking permits requested
- Elevator and access confirmed.
- Budget closed and security reviewed.
- Purchased packaging materials
- Dates and times with leeway
Do you have a date yet? Start with the boxes.
Choose moving packs based on the size of your home and reduce breakage, time, and costs.
Tip: Calculate ~10–12 boxes per room. Add clothes hangers, bubble wrap, and corner protectors to protect corners.
