2026 shipping container hire pricing in Australia
Hiring a shipping container from Container Traders starts from $2.96 a day*. Costs vary based on container type, hire term, delivery distance/local transporter rates so this guide breaks down what to expect, with no surprises.
Whether you need temporary storage for a renovation, extra space for business overflow, or a self-pack removals solution, here’s what shipping container hire pricing looks like in 2026
Shipping container hire price list
Longer terms mean lower monthly rates. Standard containers have a minimum 3-month hire, while specialised shipping containers require 9 months hire.
Standard shipping container rental rates
*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 16 June 2026
Specialised shipping container rental rates
*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 16 June 2026
What payments are required to hire?
Upfront costs typically include:
- 1Delivery freight to your site
- 2Collection freight when you’re done
- 3
The first month’s hire payment
Ongoing billing: Monthly hire is charged to the credit card on file. There are no hidden extras. You’ll know the full cost of your shipping container before anything gets delivered.
Delivery and collection costs
Delivery is usually the biggest variable in your total hire cost. The price depends on how far you are from the nearest depot and which truck type your site needs (tilt tray, side loader, HIAB, or semi).
Delivery estimates for a 20ft container:
We hire containers from depot cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Newcastle. The closer you are to a depot, the lower your delivery cost.
These are guide estimates, not fixed quotes. Get in touch for an accurate delivery price to your site.
Container interstate removals pricing
Container hire is also one of the most affordable ways to move interstate. With our self-pack removals service, you load and unload at your own pace and we handle the transport. For longer routes, rail transport can reduce costs significantly.
Your removals quote covers three freight movements:
- 1
Delivery of the empty container to your current address
- 2
Transport and delivery to your new address
- 3
Collection of the empty container once you’ve unpacked
Monthly hire applies while the container is on-site at either end. In many cases, self-pack container removals can save up to 50% compared to traditional removalists.
Interstate removals price list
Moving from Sydney with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney to Perth | $10,150 | $8,440 | Save $1,710 |
| Sydney to Adelaide | $6,900 | $5,060 | Save $1,840 |
| Sydney to Brisbane | $5,400 | $4,940 | Save $460 |
| Sydney to Newcastle | $4,550 | $3,940 | Save $610 |
| Sydney to Hobart | $8,500 | $7,020 | Save $1,480 |
| Sydney to Canberra | $5,425 | $5,000 | Save $425 |
| Sydney to Melbourne | $5,400 | $4,270 | Save $1,130 |
Moving from Melbourne with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne to Perth | $8,350 | $7,650 | Save $700 |
| Melbourne to Adelaide | $4,775 | $4,350 | Save $425 |
| Melbourne to Brisbane | $6,650 | $5,920 | Save $730 |
| Melbourne to Newcastle | $5,100 | $4,680 | Save $420 |
| Melbourne to Hobart | $7,500 | $6,070 | Save $1,430 |
| Melbourne to Canberra | $7,600 | $6,860 | Save $740 |
| Melbourne to Sydney | $4,800 | $4,460 | Save $340 |
Moving from Brisbane with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane to Melbourne | $4,925 | $4,150 | Save $775 |
| Brisbane to Perth | $9,590 | $8,660 | Save $930 |
| Brisbane to Adelaide | $6,125 | $5,100 | Save $1,025 |
| Brisbane to Sydney | $5,100 | $4,150 | Save $950 |
| Brisbane to Newcastle | $5,200 | $4,420 | Save $780 |
| Brisbane to Hobart | $7,935 | $6,890 | Save $1,045 |
| Brisbane to Canberra | $7,365 | $6,540 | Save $825 |
Moving from Perth with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perth to Sydney | $6,700 | $5,500 | Save $1,200 |
| Perth to Melbourne | $7,030 | $6,000 | Save $1,030 |
| Perth to Brisbane | $7,665 | $7,500 | Save $165 |
| Perth to Adelaide | $6,505 | $5,000 | Save $1,505 |
| Perth to Newcastle | $9,090 | $6,500 | Save $2,590 |
| Perth to Hobart | $9,840 | $8,000 | Save $1,840 |
| Perth to Canberra | $7,995 | $7,000 | Save $995 |
Moving from Newcastle with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle to Sydney | $4,840 | $3,970 | Save $870 |
| Newcastle to Melbourne | $5,275 | $4,470 | Save $805 |
| Newcastle to Brisbane | $5,510 | $5,040 | Save $470 |
| Newcastle to Perth | $9,245 | $8,870 | Save $375 |
| Newcastle to Adelaide | $6,400 | $5,290 | Save $1,110 |
| Newcastle to Hobart | $9,180 | $7,485 | Save $1,695 |
| Newcastle to Canberra | $7,000 | $6,340 | Save $660 |
Moving from Adelaide with a shipping container
| Location | Price of Traditional Removals | Price of Self Pack Removals | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide to Sydney | $5,680 | $4,700 | Save $980 |
| Adelaide to Melbourne | $4,975 | $3,970 | Save $1,005 |
| Adelaide to Brisbane | $6,750 | $5,720 | Save $1,030 |
| Adelaide to Perth | $7,250 | $6,370 | Save $880 |
| Adelaide to Newcastle | $6,380 | $5,040 | Save $1,340 |
| Adelaide to Hobart | $8,350 | $6,720 | Save $1,630 |
| Adelaide to Canberra | $7,440 | $6,380 | Save $1,060 |
