Aberdeen's granite tenements and oil-driven market give it its own moving rhythm. A flat off Union Street is one job; a detached place out in Cults is another. This guide covers current 2026 pricing for Aberdeen moves, what affects the quote, and how to book.
Man and van aberdeen prices in 2026
Aberdeen man and van rates typically start from £19 per hour. That is the starting point for a standard van with self-loading on local work within the city; driver-helps service runs £34 per hour. Most aberdeen moves fall into these ranges:
- Single item collection — from £19. A unit collected near Union Square and delivered to Rosemount, for example.
- Studio or 1-bed flat move — from £140–£260. Granite tenement flats involve stairs and shared doors — note which floor.
- 2–3 bedroom house move — from £230–£460. West-end granite homes are spacious but the stairwells are not.
- Aberdeen to London — from £800–£1,100 for a full van load. Roughly 540 miles — the A90 then the A1(M) — a genuine two-day schedule for most movers.
What affects man and van prices in aberdeen?
Aberdeen has its own set of factors that affect pricing:
- The AWPR — The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route transformed access — moves on the city edge are far faster now, while the centre still needs planning.
- Granite tenements — Shared stairwells, heavy entry doors and no parking out front on many streets. Carry time is the main cost lever — flag floor and door details.
- Oil and gas relocations — The energy industry brings steady relocation demand into and out of the city, especially at contract changes.
- Student moves — The University of Aberdeen in Old Aberdeen and RGU at Garthdee create steady September demand in the AB24 and AB10 areas.
- Old streets — Footdee (Fittie) and Old Aberdeen's lanes are tight and characterful — big vans sometimes load from a wider street nearby.
How to book a man and van in aberdeen
The process is straightforward:
- Submit your move details — Go to the Aberdeen page and enter your collection and delivery postcodes, move date, item list and any access notes. Be specific about stairs, parking and lift access.
- See a guide price — You will see an estimated range based on your details.
- A verified mover reviews your request — One approved mover looks at your postcodes, stairs and item list before quoting. They are not guessing — they know what a Rosemount tenement involves versus a Bridge of Don semi.
- Accept or decline — If the quote works, accept it and pay the booking deposit (which comes off the final balance). If not, no obligation. Your contact details stay private until you accept.
Aberdeen areas with the most move requests
- City centre (AB10/AB11) — Granite flats and conversions around Union Street.
- Rosemount (AB25) — Popular tenements northwest of the centre.
- Old Aberdeen (AB24) — Historic lanes and student lets near the university.
- Garthdee (AB10) — RGU's end of town — student and family mix.
- Bridge of Don (AB22/AB23) — Modern estates with driveways.
- Cults and Bieldside (AB15) — Leafy west-end detached homes.
Ready to book your aberdeen move?
Submit your move details on the Aberdeen page. It takes under a minute, it is free, and a verified mover reviews your exact requirements before sending a quote. If you would rather talk it through, call 0121 751 1269 — we are open 24/7.