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Happy Packers and Movers Pvt. Ltd.

Long-distance and interstate movers and packers near you

A move to another city or state puts your goods on the road for days. We handle the packing for a long journey, the closed truck, the papers your goods need and delivery to your new door, arranged by the office nearest you.

  • Survey by the office near you
  • Door to door, any state
  • Consignment number for tracking
Happy Packers and Movers goods carrier truck showing the company name and ISO 9001:2015 certification
2 BHK, 1,100 to 2,500 km, before GST₹28,000 to ₹36,500

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Near you

Find the office near you that will run your move

We have a head office in Pune and 14 branch offices in 11 states. Type the city you are moving from to see which one surveys and packs there, how far it is, and the number to call.

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Long distance

What changes when the move is hundreds of kilometres

A local move is over in a day. A long one means your goods are loaded, driven for days and unloaded by people you may not meet until the other end. Packing that is fine for a drive across town is not enough, so every long move gets extra layers for fragile items and furniture.

Long distance and interstate are not always the same thing. Mumbai to Nagpur is over 700 km without leaving Maharashtra, while Delhi to Gurugram crosses into Haryana in about 30 km. Distance decides the packing, the truck and the transit time; a border adds paperwork.

Moving a vehicle too? Add car shifting or bike shifting and plan everything on one schedule.

At a glance

Coverage
Every state, door to door
Transit
Next day to about a week
Truck
Closed, shared or dedicated
Paperwork
Packing list and delivery papers
Updates
By consignment number
Insurance
Optional, on declared value
What is included

One team from your door to the new one

One written quote covers the packing, the truck, the paperwork and the unloading.

  • Interstate household shifting

    Everything from a 1 BHK to a large family home, moved between any two states in India.

  • Packing and loading

    Our own crew packs for the road and loads the truck in a planned order, heavy at the bottom, fragile on top.

  • Transportation

    A closed truck, shared with another move on the same route or booked just for you.

  • Unloading and delivery

    Goods unloaded at the new home, furniture placed where you want it and cartons unpacked.

  • Door to door

    Picked up from your home and delivered to your new one, with no depot to visit at either end.

  • Vehicles on the same plan

    Cars and bikes on a carrier, planned on the same schedule as the household goods.

Transit time

How long a long-distance move takes

Door-to-door time by road distance, counting the packing day at your end.

Road distanceUsual transit
250 to 450 kmNext day
450 to 650 km1 to 2 days
650 to 850 km2 to 3 days
850 to 1,100 km3 days
1,100 to 1,400 km3 to 4 days
1,400 to 1,650 km4 to 5 days
1,650 to 2,000 km5 to 6 days
2,000 to 2,500 km6 to 7 days
Over 2,500 km7 to 9 days

A dedicated truck is usually at the quicker end of each range. Monsoon weather on ghat roads can add time, and your written quote gives the delivery window for your route. Prices are in the rate card further down.

Packing and loading

How a long move is packed

Goods on the road for days take far more braking, vibration and restacking than on a drive across town. This is what we do differently.

  1. 01

    Extra layers on everything fragile

    Glass, crockery and electronics get bubble wrap and a second layer before they go into cartons, and the cartons are filled so nothing moves.

  2. 02

    Furniture taken apart and wrapped

    Beds, dining tables and large wardrobes are dismantled, the fittings bagged and taped to their piece, and each part wrapped against scratches.

  3. 03

    Protection from rain and dust

    Sofas and mattresses go into stretch film and sheeting, which matters on a route that may run through the monsoon.

  4. 04

    Wooden crates where they are needed

    Marble tops, large mirrors and artwork can be crated. Tell us about them at the survey so the crate is ready on packing day.

  5. 05

    Loaded in a planned order

    Heavy furniture goes in first and at the bottom, cartons are stacked by weight, and fragile items travel on top where nothing presses on them.

  6. 06

    Every carton numbered

    Each carton is numbered and listed on the inventory you sign, so you can count them all at the other end.

Your choice of truck

Shared truck or dedicated truck

Both are closed trucks and both come door to door. The difference is who else is on board.

Shared truck

Cost
Lower, because you split the truck with another move on the same route
Speed
Slower, since the truck may stop for the other consignment
Best for
Smaller homes, a few rooms, and flexible dates

Dedicated truck

Cost
Higher, because the whole truck is yours
Speed
Faster, straight from your door to the new one
Best for
Larger homes and a fixed delivery date
Documents

The paperwork for a move across a state border

Trucks crossing state borders can be stopped for checks, so your consignment travels with the right papers. Used personal and household goods are generally exempt from e-way bills, while new or commercial goods may need one.

We prepare the packing list and the delivery documents, and tell you in advance if anything else applies to your move. You get a GST invoice that works for a company relocation claim; our bill claim policy lists what it shows.

If a car or bike will stay in the new state for more than 12 months, it has to be re-registered there, which starts with an NOC from your current RTO. The car shifting page covers the documents for the vehicle itself.

Keep these ready

  • The packing list of every item, prepared by our team
  • ID and address proof of the owner
  • The delivery address and a contact person at the other end
  • RC, insurance and PUC, if a car or bike is going too
  • Your company's transfer letter, if you need the bill for reimbursement

Safety and handling

How your goods are protected on the way

Most of what keeps a long move safe happens before the truck leaves: the packing, the loading order and a list that both sides sign. The rest is about knowing where the goods are and being covered if something goes wrong.

  • Signed inventory

    Every item and carton listed at loading, checked at delivery.

  • Closed truck

    Goods travel covered, out of the sun, rain and dust.

  • Consignment number

    Ask for the truck's status at any point on the route.

  • Transit insurance

    Optional cover on the value you declare, with help on any claim.

Price guide

Long-distance moving charges

Indicative ranges from our rate card for moves beyond the local band, by home size and distance. Every office quotes from the same card.

Cost calculator
Home size200 to 500 km600 to 1,000 km1,100 to 2,500 km
Few items₹8,000 to ₹13,500₹12,000 to ₹16,500₹14,000 to ₹19,500
1 BHK₹12,000 to ₹15,500₹17,000 to ₹19,500₹18,000 to ₹26,500
2 BHK₹16,000 to ₹21,500₹23,000 to ₹29,500₹28,000 to ₹36,500
3 BHK₹22,500 to ₹26,500₹27,500 to ₹31,500₹32,500 to ₹41,500
4 BHK₹30,000 to ₹36,500₹37,500 to ₹41,500₹42,500 to ₹46,500

Swipe the table sideways to see every column.

Before GST. Your written quote shows the full price for your goods and route, with shared and dedicated truck options where both are possible.

Cost factors

What decides the price of a long move

  1. 01

    Distance

    The rate card moves up in bands, so the road distance between the two addresses sets the starting range.

  2. 02

    How much you move

    The size of the home and what is in it decide the truck size, the crew and the packing material.

  3. 03

    Shared or dedicated truck

    Sharing the truck costs less; having it to yourself costs more and is quicker.

  4. 04

    Access at both ends

    Stairs without a lift, a long walk from where the truck can stop, or a town away from the main highways all add time.

  5. 05

    Special items

    Crates for marble or artwork, and vehicles on a carrier, are priced on top of the household move.

  6. 06

    Insurance and storage

    Both are optional. Storage is charged by the month if the new home is not ready.

How to book

Your long-distance move, step by step

  1. 01

    Tell us about the move

    Call +91 91759 37523, message us on WhatsApp or use the form with both cities and your home size.

  2. 02

    Survey and written quote

    The office nearest you checks the goods in person or on a video call and sends an itemised quote.

  3. 03

    Packing and loading

    The crew packs for the road, loads in order and lists every item on the inventory you sign.

  4. 04

    Transit with updates

    You get a consignment number and can ask for the truck's status at any time.

  5. 05

    Delivery and unpacking

    We unload, refit the beds and wardrobes we took apart, place the furniture and unpack the cartons.

Your side of the move

Tips for moving to another state

The move itself is our job. These are worth sorting out on your side before and after moving day.

  1. 01

    Update your address

    Change your address on Aadhaar, bank accounts, your gas connection and insurance policies soon after you move.

  2. 02

    Plan the vehicle paperwork

    Keep the RC, insurance and PUC with the vehicle, and start the NOC early if it will stay in the new state beyond a year.

  3. 03

    Get school transfer certificates

    Ask for them early. New schools usually want them at admission.

  4. 04

    Arrange utilities at the new home

    Book electricity, water, internet and gas at the new address so they work when the goods arrive.

  5. 05

    Carry documents and valuables yourself

    ID, property papers, jewellery and cash stay with you. None of them should travel in the truck.

  6. 06

    Plan your arrival around the transit time

    Make sure someone is at the new home on delivery day. Our moving checklist covers the weeks before.

Reviews

Customer reviews of Happy Packers and Movers

  • The bike arrived in Bangalore from Pune in perfect condition. Excellent packing quality.
    SSefali RathorePune to Bangalore
  • Every single box arrived in immaculate condition. Truly a hassle-free experience!
    SSourav MishraPune to Haridwar
  • The team displayed a conscientious work ethic, handling heavy furniture and fragile items with supreme care.
    KKonicaHappy customer
  • From the beginning, the team was professional, punctual, and very well-organized.
    GGopal MehtaLocal move in Pune
Household goods, sealed cartons and a child's bicycle loaded into a moving container
4.9Average Google rating from 1.3K+ reviews
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FAQs

Long-distance moving questions

Did not find your answer? Call or WhatsApp us and a move expert will help you right away.

How much does a long-distance move cost?

On our rate card, a move of 1,100 to 2,500 km is ₹18,000 to ₹26,500 for a 1 BHK and ₹28,000 to ₹36,500 for a 2 BHK, before GST. Shorter distances cost less. The final price depends on the volume of goods, the access at both buildings and whether you choose a shared or a dedicated truck, and it is confirmed in your written quote after a survey.

How long does a move to another state take?

Transit time follows the road distance. A 400 km move is usually delivered the next day, 1,000 km takes about 3 days, and 2,500 km takes 6 to 7 days, counting the packing day. A dedicated truck is quicker than a shared one on the same route.

Do household goods need an e-way bill?

Used personal and household goods are generally exempt from e-way bills. New goods or commercial consignments may need one. We confirm the documents for your move when we send the quote.

Are you really near me? I cannot see an office in my town.

We have 14 branch offices of our own and move from every district in India. If your town has no office, the nearest one surveys and packs, and the office finder on this page tells you which one and how far away it is.

Shared truck or dedicated truck: which is better?

A shared truck costs less and suits smaller homes with flexible dates, because your goods travel with another move on the same route. A dedicated truck costs more but goes directly, so it is faster and better for large homes or a fixed delivery date.

Can I track my goods during the move?

Yes. You get a consignment number when the truck is loaded. Use it on our tracking page, or send it to us on WhatsApp or by phone, and our team tells you where the truck is and when it is due.

Can my car or bike come with the household goods?

Yes. Cars and bikes travel on a carrier, planned on the same schedule as the household goods, though they arrive separately from the household truck.

What if the new home is not ready when the goods arrive?

The goods can go into storage and be delivered when you are ready. Storage is charged by the month, and we deliver from there once you give us a date.

Is transit insurance worth it on a long move?

For a move that spends days on the road, we recommend it. It is optional, worked out on the value you declare, and added to your quote so you can decide before the move.

Can someone else receive the goods at the new home?

Yes. Share the name and number of the person who will receive them. They should count the cartons against the inventory and note any damage on the receipt before signing.

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Before a move to another state

Where we work

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See all 324 places we cover, from single localities to whole states.

Moving out of Pune? Every route from Pune has its own page with the road and the weather on the way. Comparing movers for a long move? Our page on reliable and affordable packers and movers sets out what to check, and the cost calculator gives a range for any two cities.

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