And Why It’s Probably Longer Than You Think – Unless You Call Us…
“I swear we were only moving 7 minutes down the road…”
And yet somehow, 9 hours later, you’re eating takeout on a cardboard box and wondering if this is what a midlife crisis feels like.
Moving house in Dublin can feel like a marathon wrapped in chaos and sprinkled with bubble wrap. But how long should it take?
Let’s unpack (pun fully intended) the timelines, the stress points, and – most importantly – how Expert Removals gets the job done faster than you can say “Where’s the TV remote?”
What’s Really Behind “How Long Will It Take?”
When people search “how long does a house move take in Dublin?”, they’re not really looking for a stopwatch reading.
What they’re actually asking is:
- “Will this take up my entire weekend?”
- “How much of my life will be in boxes?”
- “Can I move and still be sane enough to go to work on Monday?”
They want reassurance. Clarity. A plan that doesn’t sound like a Liam Neeson film where things go horribly wrong halfway through.
And they deserve real answers, backed by data and experience – not vague “it depends” handwaves from someone who shows up late with a van that smells like chip fat.
The Struggle is Real (and Relatable)
Let’s not sugarcoat it – moving house is up there with breakups, job interviews, and assembling IKEA furniture when it comes to stress.
A survey from Which? found that 61% of people rate moving as more stressful than divorce.
Here’s what we hear all the time:
- “I thought we could do it ourselves. One van, two mates. It took two days, three arguments, and I’m still missing a saucepan.”
- “We booked a mover, but they were three hours late, then told us it would take multiple trips. On a Friday. At 5pm. In Dublin traffic.”
It’s not just how long a move takes, it’s the emotional bandwidth it burns through. Time, energy, sleep – and yes, your last nerve.
The Truth About Moving Times in Dublin
Here’s the reality most people don’t know:
💥 The average house move in Dublin takes 4 to 9 hours.
That’s for a standard 3-bedroom home, with everything boxed and ready to go.
But it varies – a lot. Take a look at this breakdown:
| Property Size | Estimated Move Duration | Team Size | Typical Cost (Dublin Avg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bed Apartment | 2–4 hours | 2 movers | €360 – €425 |
| 2-Bed Home | 3–6 hours | 2–3 movers | €450 – €560 |
| 3-Bed Home | 5–9 hours | 3–4 movers | €730 – €1,200 |
| 4+ Bed House | 8–12+ hours | 4–6 movers | €1,200 – €1,800+ |
👉 These timings include loading, driving, unloading – not your pre-move packing, cleaning, or arguing about what’s going in the skip.
So yes, that “quick morning move” can creep into dinner time without the right help.
You Don’t Have to Do It the Hard Way
We’ve moved thousands of families across Dublin – from penthouses in Portobello to 4-bed semis in Sandyford. And what we’ve learned is this:
The move doesn’t have to be long and painful. It just has to be planned properly.
That’s where Expert Removals comes in.
We know when traffic builds, which loading bays require permits, and which estates have 97 stairs and no lift.
We don’t just send a moving vehicle. We send a strategy.
And yes, we can tell if your “minimalist move” is actually hiding 40 boxes of children’s toys and 3 garden gnomes. We’ve seen things.
Why Expert Removals Makes It Faster, Smarter, and Less Like Pulling Teeth
Let’s be blunt: most delays are avoidable.
Here’s how we speed up your move and reduce the emotional trauma:
Free Pre-Move Survey
We visit your home or do a video survey. We calculate volume (cubic feet), fragile items, parking access, and lift size – so we know exactly what we’re working with.
Packing (Optional, but Glorious)
Our pro team can pack your house in half the time it would take you and a friend watching YouTube tutorials.
Did you know? Packing can add 2–3 hours minimum to a move if you’re doing it last minute. That’s 3 hours you could be using to breathe.
Right Team, Right Truck
We match the move with the correct van size and team size, so we don’t have to do multiple runs (unless you’re moving into a castle – happens more than you’d think).
Time Management
We build time buffers, optimise routes, and avoid known congestion blackspots.
Rush hour on the M50? Not our first rodeo.
Let’s Address Some Customer Questions (aka What You’re Really Wondering)
“How long does it take to move a 3-bedroom house in Dublin?”
Answer: On average, 5 to 9 hours, depending on access, volume, stairs, and how well things are packed.
“What about moving a 1-bed apartment?”
Answer: Typically 2-4 hours, but if you live on the top floor with no lift and 6,000 vinyl records… budget for a little more.
“Can I move in a single day and still be unpacked by evening?”
Answer: Yes – if you book professionals. 80% of our moves are done by mid-afternoon. Want beds made and fridge plugged in by 4pm? We can do that.
What Others Are Saying: Real People, Real Moves, Real Fast
🗣️ “We thought the move would take all day. The lads from Expert Removals had everything loaded by 10:30am and we were in our new house by 2. They even reassembled our wardrobes. Legends.”
– Emma & Derek, Rathfarnham
🗣️ “We tried to move ourselves last time. Never again. This time, Expert Removals had a 3-man team who didn’t stop. Best €800 we ever spent.”
– Mark, Lucan
🗣️ “They turned up early, wrapped everything like it was going to a museum, and we actually enjoyed the day. Who says that about moving?”
– Sinead, Drumcondra
Final Word
If you’re asking “How long does a house move take in Dublin?”, what you’re really saying is:
“Please, dear universe, let this not be a soul-sapping ordeal.”
And we hear you.
Here’s your move, simplified:
✅ Book a FREE pre-move survey
✅ Get a flat, honest quote (no hidden extras, no mystery hours)
✅ Lock in a time and team that suits your life
✅ Sit back and let Dublin’s most trusted movers do their thing
🎁 Ready to Move the Easy Way?
Click below, book your survey, and we’ll make your move feel like magic – no rabbits, no top hats, just pure logistical wizardry.
👉 Get Your Fast, Honest Quote from Expert Removals
Expert Removals Dublin
No drama. No delays. Just Dublin’s most efficient move.