Moving Montreal to Kingston

Long-distance move between Montreal and Kingston

Kingston is in Ontario, on the shore of Lake Ontario, about 290 km from Montreal. From the island, the truck takes Highway 20 west, which becomes Highway 401 at the Ontario border and leads straight to Kingston.

This route is not one of our published packages: we organize it like our other long-distance moves, with a price set by quote based on your volume, access and date.

Whether you are leaving a plex in the Plateau, a downtown condo or a house in the West Island, we match the crew and truck to your home. For a move within the city, see our Moving Montreal page.

When leaving Montreal, plan the truck’s parking a few days ahead: depending on the borough and the street, a permit may be required, with lead times ranging from 24 hours to 5 business days. In an apartment building, also book the service elevator and let the superintendent know when loading starts.

In Kingston, older downtown homes often have narrow stairs, and buildings near Queen’s University house many tenants. Tell us the floor, the elevator or stairs and the truck access, so we can plan the crew and the time needed.

List your large furniture and note what must be taken apart. On arrival in Kingston, someone on site with the keys and a simple room plan lets our movers set each piece of furniture down in the right place.

Planning your move from Montreal to Kingston

Allow about 3 hours of driving depending on traffic, plus loading and unloading. An early start lets us leave the island before rush hour; the delivery schedule is confirmed with you when you get your quote.

Moving to another province also involves some paperwork: change of address, driver’s licence, Ontario health card and insurance. Plan these alongside your packing.

Leaving Montreal: plexes, stairs and parking

In neighbourhoods such as the Plateau, Rosemont or Villeray, many homes are upstairs, with outdoor staircases. Tell us the floor and the type of staircase so we can plan the crew.

Depending on the borough, you may need to reserve a space for the truck in front of your door. Check with your borough a few days before moving day; in a tower, also book the service elevator.

Arriving in Kingston: downtown, university and neighbourhoods

Downtown and the streets near Queen’s University have many older stone houses and upstairs units, with limited parking. In the west end, newer residential areas often offer easier access.

If the truck has to park on the street, check the City of Kingston’s rules. For an apartment building, book the elevator and loading dock with management as soon as your date is set.

How the price of a move to Kingston is set

This route is not one of our published packages: the price is set by quote, based on your move. It mainly depends on four things:

  • Volume: the number of rooms, pieces of furniture and boxes to load, which determines the truck and crew;
  • Access: floors, outdoor stairs, elevator and the distance between the truck and the door, at both ends;
  • Date: prices may vary during the peak period, in late June and early July;
  • Added services, such as packing, a piano or a pool table.

Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote: give us both addresses, your preferred date and a list of your furniture. You can also call us at 514-703-6147.

Our services for your Montreal–Kingston move

Price of a move from Montreal to Kingston

Long-distance route, door to door

Crew and truck based on your volume
The final price depends on volume, access and date: a free quote will give you an exact price.
By quote

★ Prices may vary during the peak period (late June and early July), and each order is handled individually.

All our rates are listed on our prices page, and our moving price calculator gives you a first estimate.

Included in our rates: everything you need

  • 20 foot truck, diesel or gasoline
  • professional movers
  • 5 wardrobe boxes per truck
  • furniture dismantling and reassembly service
  • bags for all mattresses, free
  • packing and unpacking of all your items
  • protective cover for all your furniture
  • installation of furniture according to your specifications
  • 2 hand trucks 2 vertical wheels and 2 platform trolleys 4 wheels
  • loading, transport and unloading

To see our trucks, blankets and dollies, visit our Moving equipment page.

Bon Avenir crew and truck for a move from Montreal to Kingston

We also handle long-distance moves such as:

See all our long-distance routes from Montreal, Longueuil and Brossard, or our long-distance moving service.

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Price breakdown (for reference only)

Item
Price
Details
Move Montreal → Kingston
By quote
Depends on volume, access and date
Piano (separate service)
From $350
Added to the move price; does not include transport
Pool table (separate service)
From $450
Added to the move price; does not include transport
3 movers
By quote
Free quote
Peak period (late June, early July)
To be confirmed
Depends on the date
Packing, disassembly and reassembly
Included
See the list of what is included
Bon Avenir movers during a move
Bon Avenir movers during a move

For a more accurate quote

  • Indicate the floor and whether there is an elevator at both addresses.
  • Mention heavy or fragile items: piano, appliances, safe.
  • Add a few photos of the furniture and access (stairs, hallways) in the form.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a move from Montreal to Kingston cost?

This route has no published package: the price is set by free quote, based on volume, access, date and added services. Send us both addresses and a list of your furniture to get an exact price.

How long is the drive from Montreal to Kingston?

Allow about 3 hours for roughly 290 km via Highways 20 and 401, depending on traffic, plus loading and unloading.

Why is the Kingston price by quote?

Kingston is not one of our published packages. We set an exact price based on both addresses, your furniture list, access and date.

Do you move students to Kingston?

Yes. For a small volume, send us the list of furniture and boxes; see also our student moving service.

Is packing included?

Our rates include, among other things, packing and unpacking your belongings, disassembling and reassembling furniture, mattress bags and protective blankets. The full list is in the “Included in our rates” section.

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