Long Distance Moving Companies in South Africa

Long distance moving companies handle intercity and interprovincial relocations across South Africa — packing, transporting and delivering your home safely between distant cities. Biggles Removals covers every major route nationwide, with shared loads from R2,200 or dedicated trucks and weekly departures. Get a free, no-obligation quote online in under 30 minutes.

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Affordable Long Distance Moving Company in South Africa

Biggles Removals is renowned as a reliable and affordable long-distance moving company across South Africa, with more than 800 moves completed every year. We have been operational for more than 5 years, and since then our routes have expanded to include all major South African cities. Our furniture removal routes cover Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, the Garden Route, and more.

Our long-distance furniture removals can be catered to your specific move, and we can assist with anything from full households, apartment moves and mini moves to office relocations, piano moving services, and temporary storage. This ensures a smooth experience with customizable options to fit your schedule and budget. Our services come with comprehensive insurance for your peace of mind.

Why Choose Biggles Removals?

  • Affordable Moving: We’re known for affordable long distance moving services across South Africa, and offer competitive prices with our shared load options.
  • Highly Rated: We’re rated one of South Africa’s best long distance moving companies, supported by a combined rating of 4.9 stars across Google and HelloPeter.
  • Careful Handling: Our professional movers ensure your belongings are safely transported with the help of protective blankets and secure strapping on the moving truck. You may also request additional wrapping for any items that require special care.
  • Personalized Service: Our personal approach is what truly sets us apart from other movers. You can expect a dedicated consultant who will assist you from the initial quote to final delivery. We’re also celebrated for our friendly teams who will go the extra mile with every single move.
  • Comprehensive Insurance: We offer different long distance moving insurance options depending on your needs. Goods in Transit covers anything that may happen to the truck, including accidents, highjacking, and fire. All Risk is a more comprehensive option that covers handling damage. Speak to your consultant for more detailed documentation to decide which is best for you.

No matter where you’re heading, our experienced long distance furniture removals make your move effortless. For more insight, visit our FAQ page or contact us for a free quote.

How It Works:

1. Complete Your Inventory

Complete your inventory form and specify any special needs.

2. Get a Free Quote

Your dedicated moving consultant will email you a personalized quotation.

3. Confirm Your Booking

Confirm your moving date & secure your booking with a deposit.

4. Ready to Move!

We keep you updated on arrival times and you don’t have to lift a finger!

Long Distance Mover Reviews | 4.9 Star Rating

★ Rated 4.9/5 by 136+ customers on Google

“Biggles handled our move from Johannesburg to Cape Town with exceptional care — everything arrived safely and the team was professional throughout.” — George Myers, JHB to Cape Town

“Professional from start to finish. The Biggles team kept us updated, arrived on time, and not a single item was damaged. I’d recommend them to anyone moving long distance.” — Michael Gates, Pretoria to Durban

Thousands of happy clients have chosen Biggles Removals as their preferred long distance movers in South Africa. Some have even shared their moving stories. Whether you’re relocating a large household or only a few items, our long distance moving services can be tailored to your needs.

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We at Biggles Removals pride ourselves on a personal approach and friendly team that truly sets us apart from other moving companies. This approach supports our reputation as one of the best long distance movers in South Africa. Once you’ve requested a free long distance quote, a dedicated consultant will be assigned to assist.

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How Much Does a Long Distance Move in South Africa Cost?

Long distance moving prices in South Africa are based on various factors, and can vary greatly between different companies. We calculate our moving prices based on the volume of your furniture and distance you are moving, and have a set price per cubic foot for each route.

We have introduced a value moving service to ensure we can provide clients with the most affordable long distance moves. This service makes use of sharing space on a truck that’s already heading to your destination, and allows you to pay only for the space you use on the truck and nothing more. Our shared load moving service is available on all major routes in South Africa.

Typical Furniture Removal Prices when moving around to major South African Cities

This is an interesting indication of route demand and how the Semigration flows are playing out in South Africa. The big Semigration to Cape Town after Covid, when volumes were at an all-time high, has started to decline year on year over the last 2 years. Biggles Removals has found that trends are shifting, with an approximate 15% increase in volumes back to JHB and from Cape Town, and a decline in movement to Cape Town. These trends and changes in demand do cause more price fluctuations, albeit minor at this stage. The price table below is entirely dependent on furniture volume and date. More on Semigration trends can be found in our blog articles.

Route Home Size Estimated Moving Price
JHB to Cape Town 2 Bedroom R8,000 – R16,000
Cape Town to JHB 2 Bedroom R6,500 – R14,000
JHB to Durban 2 Bedroom R7,500 – R19,000
Durban to JHB 2 Bedroom R6,000 – R14,000
JHB to The Garden Route 2 Bedroom R12,000 – R18,000
Garden Route to Johannesburg 2 Bedroom R9,000 – R16,000
Nelspruit (Mbombela) to JHB 2 Bedroom R8,000 – R16,000
JHB to Nelspruit 2 Bedroom R8,000 – R16,000

Based on an average amount of furniture per home size and our current rate per cubic foot.
Last updated 7 March 2025

Please note these moving prices may vary on your route, home size, access restrictions, and any additional services needed. For an accurate quote, get in touch with one of our consultants or read more about moving prices to major cities:

What Does a Long Distance Move Involve?

A long distance move — any intercity or interprovincial relocation over roughly 100 km — requires different preparation from a local move. Your furniture must be wrapped, padded, and secured for road travel. A trained crew loads everything onto a truck, drives it to your destination city, and offloads it at the other end.

Shared Load vs Dedicated Truck — Which Is Right for You?

A shared load (also called a part-load) means your furniture travels alongside other customers’ goods on the same truck. You pay only for the cubic space your items occupy. This is ideal for one- or two-bedroom moves, student relocations, or anyone with a half-load of furniture. Biggles runs shared load departures on all major South African routes on a weekly basis.

How Long Distance Moving Costs Are Calculated

Long distance moving costs depend on three main factors: the volume of your furniture and boxes (measured in cubic metres), the distance between your origin and your destination, and whether you are booking a shared or dedicated service. Packing, unpacking, or storage services are priced separately.

Insurance for Long Distance Furniture Moves

All goods carried by Biggles are covered by goods-in-transit insurance for the full duration of the move, including loading, road transit, and offloading at the destination. This protects your furniture and boxes against accidental damage and loss from the moment your belongings leave your home to the moment they enter your new one.

Why Choose Biggles as Your Long Distance Moving Company?

Biggles Removals has been completing long distance furniture removals across South Africa for over two decades. We operate weekly shared load services on all major intercity routes, with dedicated trucks available for full-home relocations.

Our team uses blanket wrapping, custom-fitted crates, and load-securing straps on every truck, so your furniture arrives in the same condition it left. All vehicles are GPS-tracked. Our Google rating of 4.9/5 across 136+ verified reviews reflects consistently professional, damage-free service — and our commitment to keeping every client informed from booking to final delivery.

FAQ: Long Distance Furniture Removals Services South Africa

For most long-distance moves, booking 2–4 weeks in advance is recommended. During peak periods (like month end, school holidays, and December) demand increases significantly and available truck space fills quickly. If your move date is flexible, mid-month and mid-week bookings tend to offer better availability and sometimes better pricing.

A shared load move, sometimes called a groupage or consolidation service, means your goods share truck space with another customer’s shipment travelling in the same direction. Your belongings are carefully packed, wrapped, and secured separately within the truck. They do not mix with another customer’s items. It is a well-established, safe option for smaller moves or budget-conscious customers, and can reduce costs substantially compared to a dedicated truck.

The main factors are the volume of your goods (measured in cubic feet), the distance between origin and destination, the access conditions at both addresses (e.g., stairs, narrow driveways, no parking), and any additional services such as packing, storage, or furniture disassembly. For example, a studio or one-bedroom apartment move over a major route will cost significantly less than a full family home move. Always provide your long-distance movers with an accurate inventory to avoid any additional charges.

All-risk insurance covers accidental loss or physical damage to your goods during a move. For example, items broken due to a road incident or mishandling. It typically does not cover pre-existing damage, small scratches and dents, items packed by the owner, jewellery, cash, or documents. Always declare high-value items separately before your move and ask for a copy of the insurance schedule so you know exactly what is covered and what the claims process involves.

In the unlikely event that damage occurs, report it to the driver before signing the delivery receipt, and photograph everything immediately. Notify the removals company and their insurance provider in writing as soon as possible; most policies require notification within 24–72 hours of delivery. Keep all original packaging and do not dispose of damaged items until the claim is resolved. A reputable company will have a clear, documented claims process and will not require you to pursue the insurer alone.

A shared load trip may take anywhere between 2-7 days from collection to be delivered, mainly dependent on your route. A move between Cape Town to Johannesburg route typically takes 3-5 days, while moves between Cape Town and the Garden Route may take only 2-3 days. Your removals company should give you a confirmed delivery window in writing before the truck departs.

Yes, most reputable moving companies require you or a trusted representative to be present at both collection and delivery. At loading, you can confirm that all items are accounted for and note any pre-existing damage on the inventory list. At delivery, you can check items off against that same inventory list before signing. If you genuinely cannot be present, nominate a trusted person to act on your behalf. Ensure they have a copy of the inventory and know how to note exceptions on the delivery paperwork.

The most important questions are: Are you registered and compliant with relevant industry bodies? Who underwrites your insurance, and what does it cover? Will you conduct a proper volume survey before quoting? Is the quote inclusive of VAT and all surcharges? Do you use your own trucks and staff, or subcontractors? What is your claims process if something is damaged? A company that answers these clearly and in writing is a company you can trust.

Popular Long Distance Furniture Mover Routes in SA

Our long distance movers operate between all major provinces and cities in South Africa. Below are some of our frequent national moving routes and what you can expect when moving to each city:

Moving to Cape Town Guide

Moving to Johannesburg Guide

Moving to Pretoria:

Moving to Durban Guide

Moving to Bloemfontein Guide

Moving to the Garden Route:

Moving to Port Elizabeth Guide