UK → Montpellier · Occitanie

Removals toMontpellier

Regular UK departures to the Mediterranean south. We handle the long drive, the customs paperwork and delivery to Montpellier - packing, part-loads or a full dedicated lorry, quoted as one fixed price.

Moving home to Montpellier, France
Montpellier
14-16hrs
Drive from the UK via the A75
3-5days
Typical door-to-door transit
Weekly
Part-load departures to France
ToR
Customs relief we prepare for you
Why Montpellier

A Mediterranean university city with a fast-growing international set

Montpellier pulls UK movers with its Mediterranean climate, a large university and a booming health and tech sector, all a short drive from the coast and around three and a half hours from Paris by TGV. It is young, international and increasingly popular with British families and remote workers.

Whether you are settling in the newer Port Marianne and Antigone districts or an apartment in the historic Ecusson, the route south and the customs paperwork are things we handle every week.

A British mother and daughter on the balcony of their Montpellier apartment, pale Occitan stone and green shutters in the warm southern light.
Montpellier — everyday life

How the move works

UK to Montpellier, step by step

After a quick survey — in person or over video — you get a fixed, itemised quote. Then it runs like this.

01

We collect and pack in the UK

Our crew loads at your door. Add professional packing, or we drop materials if you would rather do it yourself.

02

We cross and clear customs

Ferry or Eurotunnel, then the drive south. Since Brexit you will need Transfer of Residence relief and an inventory - we prepare both so nothing stalls at the border.

03

We deliver to your door

Unloaded, and reassembled where you want it. Most moves complete within a few days of departure.


A narrow pedestrianised lane in Montpellier's Ecusson old town, stone facades and shuttered windows crowding a street too tight for a delivery lorry.
Montpellier — local access
Local access & logistics

What moving into Montpellier actually involves

The Ecusson - Montpellier's medieval old town - is a maze of narrow, largely pedestrianised streets where a full-size lorry simply cannot go. For apartments there we plan a shuttle van or an external lift in advance so nothing is left to chance on the day.

The tram network and limited-traffic zones also shape timing and parking. Newer neighbourhoods like Port Marianne, Antigone and Les Beaux-Arts are far more straightforward for a standard lorry and a ground-level load.


Everything for your move to Montpellier

Full service

Full house removals

Whole-home moves with a dedicated lorry and crew, packed and delivered door to door.

Part loads & shared vans

Cost-effective for smaller moves - you share transport on a weekly departure.

Packing & materials

Professional packing with quality materials, or supplies delivered if you would rather pack yourself.

Storage, UK & abroad

Flexible short or long-term storage either side of the Channel while your dates line up.

Customs & ToR paperwork

We prepare your Transfer of Residence relief and inventory so nothing stalls at the border.

Office & business moves

Relocating a business, planned around minimal downtime for your team.

What it costs

How much does a removal to Montpellier from the UK cost?

A removal from the UK to Montpellier typically costs between £700 and £4,500 depending on the volume you are moving, and takes 3-7 days door to door. A shared part-load is the cheapest way to move a smaller home; a dedicated vehicle is faster and suits a full household.

Move sizeVolumeTypical costDoor-to-door
Part load5-10 m³£700 - £1,2003-7 days
Studio / 1-bed15-20 m³£1,000 - £1,5503-7 days
2-bed home25-30 m³£1,600 - £2,3503-6 days
3-bed home35-45 m³£2,250 - £3,2003-6 days
4-bed home or larger50-65 m³£3,100 - £4,5003-6 days
  • Every figure includes loading, the crossing, fuel, tolls and delivery into the room.
  • Access affects the price: a parking permit, a lift booking or an external furniture lift are priced at survey, not added on the day.
  • Transfer of Residence relief means no duty or VAT on your own household goods when you are moving your main home, and we prepare the paperwork with you.

The table above is a guide. Your exact price comes from a free survey.

The cost of a move to Montpellier varies with more than the number of rooms. What shapes your price:

  • The size of your home — a studio, a two-bed flat and a four-bed house are very different volumes to move.
  • Access at both ends — stairs, lifts, narrow streets or a long carry all affect the job.
  • Packing — full professional packing, fragile items only, or you pack yourself.
  • Dedicated lorry or shared part-load — the space and timing your move needs.
  • Storage & specialist items — pianos, artwork, or storage either side of the Channel.

Tell us a little about your move and we will come back with a clear, itemised quote.

Montpellier move FAQs

Questions people ask us about this route

How much does a removal from the UK to Montpellier cost?
Typically between £700 for a small shared part-load and £4,500 for a large four-bed household. The exact figure depends on volume, access at both ends and whether you take a dedicated vehicle or share one. A free survey gives you one fixed, itemised price.
Do I need customs paperwork moving to Montpellier after Brexit?
Yes. Most people qualify for Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief, which lets you bring belongings without import duty when relocating your main home. You will also need a detailed inventory. We prepare both with you as part of the move.
How long does delivery to Montpellier take?
Most door-to-door moves complete in 3-5 days. Part-loads run on a weekly schedule, so timing depends on the next departure; a dedicated load can go sooner.
Can you access apartments in the Ecusson old town?
Yes, though the medieval centre is largely pedestrianised with narrow streets. We assess access in advance and use a shuttle van or external lift where a full lorry cannot get close.
Do you handle part loads, or only full house moves?
Both. If you are moving less than a full home, a shared part-load on our weekly France run is the most cost-effective option.
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Get your Montpellier quote

Tell us what is moving and where. We will come back with a fixed, itemised price — collection, packing, customs and delivery in one number.

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