Colchester to Chelmsford
Removal Costs
Typical Colchester → Chelmsford moves cost £290–£500 for a 2-3 bed property over 23 miles.
Colchester → Chelmsford
23 miles
~1h drive
£290–£500
2-3 bed average
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Colchester to Chelmsford is 23 miles, roughly 1 hour of driving before loading and unloading — a move within Essex.
Most crews complete this route within a single day — loading, the drive, and unloading — provided access at both ends is straightforward and the van is booked for an early start.
What 23 miles actually costs
These are our calculator's own figures for the Colchester to Chelmsford route, assuming a house at both ends, ground-floor access, on-street parking and no packing service — the baseline before extras. The £290–£500 band at the top of this page is where typical 2-3 bed moves settle once packing, harder access or a peak date are added.
| Property | Estimate | Crew & vans | On the day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed flat | £255–£345 | 2 movers, 1 van | About 3 hours |
| 2-bed home | £255–£345 | 2 movers, 1 van | About 3 hours |
| 3-bed house | £417–£564 | 3 movers, 2 vans | About 3.5 hours |
Estimates for a typical load with standard access. Your own quote depends on volume, access and date — price your actual move.
What affects Colchester → Chelmsford prices
- 1Property size - a 1-bed flat costs about half of a 3-bed house on the same route.
- 2Access at both ends - flats above the ground floor without a lift, narrow streets, or parking restrictions add 15-25%.
- 3Date - Friday, end-of-month, and summer slots are typically 15-30% more than mid-week winter dates.
- 4Packing service - full packing adds £150–£400 for a typical 2-bed move, but saves a day of work.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move from Colchester to Chelmsford?+
The average cost of a removal from Colchester to Chelmsford is £290–£500 for a 2-3 bedroom property over the 23-mile route.
How long does the move take?+
Drive time alone is roughly 1 hours over 23 miles. Most moves complete in a single day.
Should I pack myself or use a packing service?+
Self-packing saves £150–£400 on a typical 2-bed move. A packing service is worth it if you're short on time, have fragile items, or want full insurance cover - most professional packers itemise as they go.