“The teams on both ends of the move did a fantastic job. They took great care of our belongings throughout. It was also great to deal with such positive, upbeat people. Thank you Two Small Men.”
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Todd
Calgary
Long Distance Route
Moving from Calgary to Edmonton
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300 km
Distance
1 day
Transit Time
Same time zone
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Distance
300 km
Estimated Transit Time
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About Your Calgary to Edmonton Move
Did you know that the Calgary to Edmonton corridor is Alberta's busiest route. This stretch of highway connects Alberta's two major cities (Edmonton and Calgary) along the QE2 Highway. It's 300 km in length, and takes about three hours.
Moving from Calgary to Edmonton usually means lower housing costs. The average single-family home costs around $400,000 where as in Calgary a similar home will cost $545,000. Rent in Edmonton is also less expensive.
Both our Calgary Movers and Edmonton Movers run this route daily.
Your belongings will travel approximately 300 km from Calgary, Alberta to Edmonton, Alberta.
Leaving Calgary
What to Know When Leaving Calgary
Before you leave Calgary:
Because you are staying within the province of Alberta your driver's license, registration, and health coverage all stay the same. you will however have to update all the different registries and insurers with your new address ASAP.
Your utilities company will change. Calgary uses ENMAX and ATCO, while Edmonton uses EPCOR, so you will need to open new accounts.
Arriving in Edmonton
Your Guide to Edmonton
Arriving in Edmonton:
When you get settled in Edmonton you will need to update your address at an Alberta registry within 14 days.
To get around Edmonton we recommend using the LRT. The LRT connects the main areas, but the network is smaller than Calgary's CTrain. Most people in Edmonton need a vehicle to get around easily.
The winters in Edmonton will be colder than in Calgary for 2 reasons: Further north and no chinooks to break up the cold spells. However in exchange for the cold you get the Northern Lights from inside the city.
Popular neighbourhoods in Edmonton include: Strathcona and Old Strathcona for arts and nightlife, Glenora for established family living, The Quarters downtown for urban renewal, and Windermere or Summerside for newer family homes.
Customer Reviews
What Our Customers Say
5.0/5
(6 reviews)
“They were on time and worked non stop packing loading and unloading, fast and efficient. Would definitely use again.”
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Susan
Calgary
“Punctual, efficient, polite and very professional. Highly recommend this team. Very well done.”
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Stacey Steinberg
Calgary
Calgary to Edmonton Moving FAQs
Common questions about this moving route
The cost of moving from Calgary to Edmonton (300 km) varies based on several factors including the size of your home, amount of belongings, packing services needed, and time of year.
Long distance moves are typically priced by weight and distance. For an accurate quote, we recommend getting a free in-home or virtual estimate. Our transparent pricing means no hidden fees or surprise charges.
A move from Calgary to Edmonton typically takes 1 day for transit, covering approximately 300 km.
The total moving process includes loading day at your Calgary home, transit time, and delivery day at your new Edmonton home. We'll provide a delivery window so you can plan your arrival accordingly.
The best time to move from Calgary to Edmonton is typically during the spring (April-May) or fall (September-October). These shoulder seasons offer more moderate weather and lower demand compared to summer peak season.
Summer (June-August) is the busiest moving season, so booking early is essential. Winter moves can be challenging due to cold temperatures and potential road conditions, but often have better availability and may offer cost savings.
Our Calgary to Edmonton long distance moving service includes: professional loading and unloading crews, secure transport in our well-maintained trucks, basic liability coverage, furniture blanket wrapping, and disassembly/reassembly of standard furniture.
Optional services include: full packing and unpacking, specialty item handling (pianos, antiques, artwork), additional insurance coverage, and storage solutions. We customize each move to your specific needs.
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