How much does man with a van cost in Ireland?
Man with a van in Dublin costs about €50–€90 for the most common job (collect and deliver one large item), labour only, in 2026. Across all man with a van jobs, prices run from €50 to €900, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Man with a van prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collect and deliver one large item (each) | 1h | €50–€90 | €45–€85 | €45–€85 | €45–€80 |
| Move a few items across the city | 2h | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Move a studio or student room | 3h | €150–€280 | €140–€260 | €140–€260 | €130–€245 |
| Move a 1 to 2 bed apartment | 5h | €280–€500 | €260–€460 | €260–€460 | €245–€440 |
| Move a 3 bed house (Luton van, 2 people) | 8h+ | €500–€900 | €460–€830 | €460–€830 | €440–€790 |
| Long-distance van run (outside the county) | 6h | €250–€500 | €230–€460 | €230–€460 | €220–€440 |
| Van and driver, hourly | 1h | €50–€65 | €45–€60 | €45–€60 | €45–€55 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Van, fuel and blankets included. Tolls and parking extra.
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Questions
How much does man with a van cost in Ireland?
Man with a van in Dublin costs about €50–€90 for the most common job (collect and deliver one large item), labour only, in 2026. Across all man with a van jobs, prices run from €50 to €900, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to collect and deliver one large item in Dublin?
Usually €50–€90 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to move a few items across the city in Dublin?
Usually €90–€160 for labour, and it takes about 2h on site.
How much does it cost to move a studio or student room in Dublin?
Usually €150–€280 for labour, and it takes about 3h on site.
Are materials included?
Van, fuel and blankets included. Tolls and parking extra.
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