Having a professional moving company handle your house move in Groningen costs on average between €340 and €1.440, depending on the size of your home. In this article we set out the rates, the factors behind them and a few tips, so you know exactly where you stand.
Overview of moving costs in Groningen 2026
The rates below are based on moves within Groningen, including 2 movers and a van. For long distances or extra services, the price may differ.
| Property type | Volume | Price (incl. 2 movers & van) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / room | 5 m³ | € 345 - 460 |
| Apartment Most requested | 10 m³ | € 410 - 545 |
| Terraced house | 15 m³ | € 605 - 805 |
| End-of-terrace house | 20 m³ | € 800 - 1.060 |
| Detached house | 25+ m³ | € 800 - 1.060 |
Not sure about the volume of your belongings? Reckon on roughly 3 to 4 m³ per average room. An apartment with three rooms soon adds up to 10 or 12 m³.
What determines the price of a house move in Groningen?
The final price is not just about the size of your home. Several factors influence the total cost:
Volume of belongings
The more cubic metres, the higher the price. More cubic metres means more trips, or a bigger van.
Distance
Moving within Groningen is cheaper than to Leeuwarden or further afield. Over 50 km, a distance surcharge applies.
Floor & lift
No lift on the 3rd floor? Then it takes extra time. Every additional floor counts.
Parking options
In Groningen's city centre, parking can sometimes be tricky. Extra loading time means extra hours on the clock.
Day & season
Saturdays and the summer months are busier and more expensive. Tuesday to Thursday outside the summer is the cheapest.
Extra services
Packing service, taking furniture apart and putting it back together or piano moving are quoted separately.
Moving in Groningen: things to know per district
Groningen has a number of districts where moving requires extra attention:
City centre & Schilderswijk
Narrow streets, steep stairs without a lift and limited parking are typical of Groningen's city centre. Expect a surcharge of €50-100 for harder-to-access addresses. A permit for the removal van is sometimes needed, and we arrange that for you.
Paddepoel, Selwerd & Vinkhuizen
These are mainly student districts with many flats and communal stairwells. Room moves here are quick and usually cost €345-460.
Lewenborg, Beijum & De Hunze
Spacious family homes, often with good parking right outside the door. These moves tend to run smoothly, so the volume of your belongings is what sets the price.
Helpman, Corpus den Hoorn & De Wijert
Detached houses and larger terraced homes. Here we're talking about bigger loads of 15-25 m³. Reckon on €605-1.060 for a complete move.
Are there any extra costs?
At DURA we work with clear, fixed prices. There are no hidden costs. However, the following items can increase the price:
- Packing service: we pack your belongings professionally, price on request
- Assembly & disassembly: IKEA wardrobes, beds or kitchens, €35 per hour
- Piano or safe: fixed surcharge based on weight and accessibility
- Storage: temporary storage of your belongings is available in Groningen
- Parking surcharge: for addresses without parking space in the city centre
Plan your move on a weekday outside the summer months. Get rid of as much as possible beforehand (via Marktplaats or a charity shop). Pack the boxes yourself, then you only pay for carrying and transport.
Move yourself or hire a moving company?
Many people initially choose to move themselves to save costs. But once you add up all the costs, van hire (approx. €60-80), fuel, packing materials, friends taking a day off and the risk of damaged belongings, a professional moving company often works out comparable.
The big advantage of a moving company: it's faster and safer, and you don't have to ask anyone for a favour.
Moving from Groningen to Leeuwarden or Assen?
DURA is active throughout the Northern Netherlands. Moves between Groningen and other towns in the region are calculated based on travel time and volume. Indicative prices:
| Route | Distance surcharge | Total estimate apartment |
|---|---|---|
| Groningen → Leeuwarden | € 50 - 80 | € 500 - 730 |
| Groningen → Assen | € 30 - 60 | € 480 - 710 |
| Groningen → Emmen | € 60 - 100 | € 510 - 750 |
| Groningen → Drachten | € 50 - 80 | € 500 - 730 |
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