Montreal to Vancouver Movers
Coast-to-coast across Canada — your Montreal-to-Vancouver move handled with precision over 4,600 km and 6 provinces.
The Montreal-to-Vancouver move is a true cross-Canada journey spanning 4,600 km and 6 provinces. The route follows the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 17/Trans-Canada) through Northern Ontario past Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie, then into Manitoba via Thunder Bay. It continues across the prairies through Winnipeg, Regina, and Calgary before entering British Columbia. The most challenging section is the Rocky Mountain crossing, where Rogers Pass (elevation 1,330 m) and Kicking Horse Pass (1,627 m) demand experienced drivers and proper vehicle preparation. During winter, both passes are subject to closures for avalanche control by Parks Canada. The journey typically takes 4 to 6 days depending on weather, with driver rotations to ensure safety. Fuel and rest stops are well-spaced through Ontario and the prairies but can be more spread out in Northern Ontario (Wawa to White River is particularly remote).
Pricing
$4,500
$6,500 – $12,000
Everything You Need for Your Move
GPS-tracked dedicated truck
Furniture blankets & padding
Disassembly & reassembly of furniture
Floor protection at both ends
Basic insurance coverage
Bilingual crew (EN/FR)
How It Works
Get a Quote
For a cross-country move, a detailed inventory is key. We offer virtual or in-home assessments to ensure accurate pricing. Your quote covers the full door-to-door journey — no hidden fees.
We Plan the Route
Our logistics team plots the Trans-Canada route through Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and into BC — scheduling driver rotations, fuel stops, and monitoring mountain pass conditions at Rogers Pass and Kicking Horse Pass.
Moving Day
We load your Montreal home with special care for a multi-day journey. Items are secured for highway vibration, climate shifts, and mountain passes. You receive daily GPS updates throughout the 4–6 day transit.
Delivery & Setup
After crossing the Rockies and arriving in Vancouver, our team unloads and sets up your new home. We reassemble furniture, place boxes by room, and do a detailed walkthrough.
Tips for Moving Montreal to Vancouver
Create a detailed inventory list including photos of valuable items — this is essential for insurance purposes on a 4,600 km journey and helps resolve any claims quickly.
If you need your belongings by a specific date, book at least 4–6 weeks ahead. Cross-country moves have less scheduling flexibility than short-haul routes.
Vancouver has strict parking and loading rules, especially in areas like the West End, Yaletown, and Kitsilano. Arrange your building's freight elevator and loading dock well in advance.
Consider the 3-hour time zone difference when scheduling your delivery window — a morning arrival in Vancouver means the truck left Alberta very early.
Winter moves (November–March) may face delays at Rogers Pass or Kicking Horse Pass due to avalanche control closures. Build 1–2 extra days of buffer into your timeline.
FAQ: Moving from Montreal to Vancouver
Transit time is typically 4 to 6 days for a direct dedicated truck. The loading day and unloading day are additional. Total door-to-door is usually 6 to 9 days. Weather and mountain pass conditions can add 1–2 days in winter.
We don't transport vehicles in the moving truck, but we can coordinate auto transport through our partner carriers. This is often more affordable than driving yourself across the country and avoids putting 4,600 km on your car.
We offer short-term and long-term storage options in both Montreal and Vancouver. If your new Vancouver home isn't ready yet, we can hold your belongings in our secure, climate-controlled facility until you're ready for delivery.
Hazardous materials (propane tanks, paint, chemicals), perishable food, plants (due to interprovincial agricultural regulations), and ammunition cannot be transported. We provide a detailed restricted items list during the quoting process.
Our drivers are trained for mountain driving and carry chains for Rogers Pass and Kicking Horse Pass as required by BC law. We monitor DriveBC and Parks Canada road reports daily. If a pass closes for avalanche control, our driver safely waits and we keep you informed of any delays.