Contrary to popular opinion, moving to Ottawa and Montreal is not the longer version of a local move. It’s not merely added kilometers. So, the paperwork, timing, and pricing drastically change because it is a long-distance move.
Sterling offers all-inclusive hourly rates. A flat transportation charge may apply for longer-distance jobs. Delivery timing depends on the agreed move plan, inventory and access arrangements; confirm it with the sales team before booking. Ottawa is within Ontario, while Montreal is in Quebec.
This article breaks down the differences and what you need to prepare for a long-distance move.
The Toronto to Ottawa and Montreal Routes
The following distances are approximate one-way distances, not round-trip totals. Toronto to Ottawa is about 450km and typically takes 5-6 hours with traffic. On the other hand, Toronto to Montreal is 540km and takes up to 6-7 hours.
Imagine renting a truck and driving that distance in a day, only to get to your destination and have to start offloading the same day. That’s what you’ll have to do if you’re doing a DIY move. Compare this to getting professional long-distance movers from Toronto to Ottawa to do the whole move. You can enjoy the moving process even more!
How Interprovincial Moves Cost Differently
For a long-distance moving quote, provide your inventory, pickup and delivery addresses, dates and building-access details. These help the sales team calculate your quote, including any applicable transportation charge.
- All-inclusive hourly rates apply. A flat transportation charge may apply for longer-distance jobs.
- Confirm the planned pickup and delivery schedule for your particular move; a long-distance move does not automatically mean multi-day delivery.
- Ask what booking documents and building-access arrangements are needed for your particular move.
Confirm the deposit, payment terms and delivery arrangements in your written estimate and contract.
How To Choose an Interprovincial Mover
Toronto to Ottawa is a move within Ontario; Toronto to Montreal crosses into Quebec. For either route, ask the moving company about the following:
- Check that they are licensed to legally operate across Ontario and Quebec provinces. This is so that you don’t get caught in an illegal operation.
- Confirm that they have insurance coverage for the entire route and not just the local leg of the trip. That way you’re sure that your things are safe.
- Check that they are the single point of contact for the whole trip and won’t hand off your things halfway.
Let’s Help You Move
Sterling Moving Services makes long-distance moving easy with organized inventory handling and transportation planning. Send a message to get a quote and review the basic and premium coverage options with our sales team.