Man & Van in London

Man & Van across London, done properly

Our man & van service is the flexible, budget-friendly way to move smaller loads across London. Charged by the hour with a simple two-hour minimum, it’s perfect for single items, studio moves, marketplace purchases and those jobs that are too big for a taxi but don’t need a full removals crew.

You get a friendly, capable driver and a clean van — and, unlike a lot of cheap listings online, loading and unloading help is always included. That means your driver rolls up their sleeves and does the lifting with you, rather than watching from the cab.

Because we operate right across the capital, you’re never far from an available van. Whether you’re collecting a sofa from Wandsworth or moving a room’s worth of boxes across Camden, we’ll get it done quickly, carefully and for a price that’s clear from the outset.

Boroughs covered

Fixed

Quotes before move day

Insured

Goods + liability

What's included as standard

We believe the price you're quoted should be the price you pay. That's why every man & van booking comes with the essentials built in — no surprise charges bolted on when the crew arrives.

A clean van with an experienced London driver
Loading and unloading help as standard
Blankets, straps and trolleys to protect your items
Charged by the hour, billed in 30-minute blocks
First 10 journey miles included
Goods-in-transit and public liability insurance

Who this service is for

Not sure whether this is the right option? It's a great fit for a wide range of moves, including:

Single-item and small furniture collections
Studio flats and student moves
Marketplace, auction and store pickups
Clearing a room, garage or storage unit

How it works, step by step

We’ve refined our process across London moves every week to keep everything simple and predictable. Here’s exactly what happens from your first enquiry through to completion.

1
Get your free quote
Tell us what you need moving, your pickup and delivery addresses and your preferred date. Start your quote in under a minute — we usually reply with a clear fixed price within about one working hour. No site visit required for most jobs; a free home survey is available for larger moves.
2
Confirm your booking
Pick a date and time that suits you. A small deposit is only asked when you confirm the booking — it comes off your final balance. We’ll send a confirmation with everything you need to prepare, plus a friendly reminder as the day approaches.
3
We prepare and protect
On the day, our uniformed crew arrives on time with blankets, straps and trolleys. We protect floors, doorways and furniture before anything is lifted, so your home and your belongings stay in perfect condition.
4
Careful transport
Your items are loaded, secured and driven safely to the destination by an experienced London driver who knows the boroughs, the permit zones and the quickest routes at any time of day.
5
Unload and settle in
We place everything exactly where you want it, reassemble anything we took apart and only leave once you’re completely happy. Payment is taken on completion — simple and stress-free.

How much does it cost?

Every job is quoted clearly before we arrive. Your price is built from van size, crew, access and distance, with the first 10 journey miles included. See our pricing page for the full rate card.

Hourly man-and-van services start from £50/hour with a two-hour minimum. After the minimum, extra time is billed in 30-minute blocks. Full house removals receive a fixed quotation based on inventory, access and distance.

Man & van rate guide	Hourly
Small Van + Driver	From £50/hour
Transit Van + Driver	From £55/hour
Luton Van + Driver	From £65/hour
Additional helper	+£20/hour
Two-hour minimum	From £100 before extras
Additional mileage	£1.50/mile (first 10 free)

Quotes are free — no deposit or card details just to enquire. A small deposit only applies when you confirm a booking.

WhatsApp or call with your addresses — most replies within about one working hour. Larger jobs can book a free home survey.

What affects the price

A few practical factors move the final number up or down. Knowing them in advance helps you plan and, in many cases, keep costs lower:

The volume of items and the size of van required
How many crew members or helpers you need
Access at both addresses — stairs, lifts and carry distance
Total mileage beyond the first 10 included miles
Timing — evenings, weekends, bank holidays and same-day bookings
Optional extras such as packing, dismantling or storage

Covering all 32 London boroughs

Wherever you're moving in London, pick your borough for a dedicated man & van page — or browse the full areas hub.

Our drivers know which streets are too narrow for a Luton, where the low bridges and red routes sit, and how Congestion Charge and ULEZ affect your route — so the move stays on schedule.

Why choose Phi Movers

Fixed, transparent prices
The quote you agree is the price you pay — no hidden fees added on the day.
Genuine London specialists
We only move in London, so we know the boroughs, permits and shortcuts.
Fully insured every time
Goods-in-transit and liability cover come as standard on every job.
Loading help included
Our crews do the heavy lifting with you, never charged as an extra.
Flexible scheduling
Evenings, weekends and same-day slots to fit around your life.
Experienced local crews
Uniformed movers who turn up on time with the right kit for London access.

Ready to book your man & van?

Get a fixed-price quote on WhatsApp or by phone — all 32 boroughs.

WhatsApp +44 7405 793433

What customers say

FAQs

Our man & van starts from £50 per hour with a two-hour minimum, so from £100. After the minimum, time is billed in 30-minute blocks. Add an extra helper for £20 per hour if you have heavy or high-volume items.

Absolutely — loading and unloading help is included. For very heavy items or lots of stairs, we recommend adding a second helper so the job stays quick and safe.

Yes, the minimum booking is two hours. This covers most single-item and small-room moves comfortably, including travel between addresses.