CNS LOGISTICS — MONTREAL TO RIMOUSKI
Moving from Montreal to Rimouski — The Bas-Saint-Laurent, Door to Door
CNS Logistics handles full-service relocations from Montreal to Rimouski — 550 km east along the St. Lawrence south shore, deep into the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. The drive takes 5.5 to 6 hours via the A-20 East through Quebec City, past La Pocatière and Rivière-du-Loup, and into the regional capital of eastern Quebec. This is a single-day move executed with the same precision we bring to every long-distance corridor. CNS manages every detail: professional packing, systematic loading, highway transport along the Autoroute Jean-Lesage, and complete unloading and furniture setup at your Rimouski address. Every truck is GPS tracked every 30 seconds, backed by $5 million in Intact Insurance, and operated under full NIR provincial licensing. One crew, one truck, door to door — from your Montreal home to your new life on the shores of the St. Lawrence in Rimouski.
BY THE NUMBERS
Montreal to Rimouski — By The Numbers
550 km
Distance
Montreal to Rimouski
5.5–6 hrs
Drive Time
Single-day move
A-20 East
Route
Autoroute Jean-Lesage
From $2,500
Starting Price
Studio/1-bedroom
2,450+
Moves Done
Long-distance
12 Trucks
Fleet
GPS tracked
$5M
Insurance
Intact Insurance
GPS 30s
Tracking
Real-time updates
ROUTE OVERVIEW
Montreal to Rimouski — 550 km via A-20 East Along the St. Lawrence
CNS Logistics drives your belongings 550 km from Montreal to Rimouski via the A-20 East (Autoroute Jean-Lesage), completing the entire move in a single day — GPS tracked every 30 seconds.
The route follows the A-20 East from Montreal along the entire south shore of the St. Lawrence River, one of Quebec's most scenic and well-maintained highway corridors. The truck departs our Saint-Laurent facility and heads east through Drummondville and Quebec City's Lévis crossing, continuing past Montmagny and La Pocatière into the heart of the Bas-Saint-Laurent. After passing through Rivière-du-Loup — the traditional gateway to the lower St. Lawrence — the highway continues east for another 130 km to Rimouski. Total driving time is approximately 5.5 to 6 hours under normal conditions, with the entire route staying on a divided four-lane autoroute for the majority of the distance.
The A-20 East is Quebec's primary east-west corridor along the south shore and remains in excellent condition year-round. Major service centres are available at regular intervals: Drummondville, Quebec City/Lévis, Montmagny, La Pocatière, and Rivière-du-Loup all offer fuel, food, and rest facilities. Beyond Rivière-du-Loup, the highway narrows in sections but remains a well-maintained provincial route. Traffic is typically moderate — this is not a congested urban corridor, and CNS crews can maintain steady progress throughout the day.
Unlike our longer interprovincial routes, the Montreal-to-Rimouski corridor is completed in a single day. The crew departs Montreal early morning, arrives in Rimouski by early to mid-afternoon, and has a full working window for unloading, furniture placement, and reassembly before evening. This single-day structure keeps costs lower than 2-day moves and eliminates the need for crew overnight accommodation. For optimal scheduling, plan a Monday through Wednesday departure to avoid weekend traffic and ensure smooth access at your Rimouski destination.
Winter driving on the A-20 East requires attention and experience. Between November and March, the stretch from Rivière-du-Loup to Rimouski can experience heavy snowfall, strong winds off the St. Lawrence, and reduced visibility. CNS crews are fully equipped for winter operations — mandatory winter tires, experienced drivers familiar with the corridor's weather patterns, and flexible scheduling to avoid the worst conditions. We monitor Environment Canada forecasts 48 hours before every departure and will reschedule by 24 hours if conditions pose a safety risk. Your belongings are not worth a whiteout gamble on the A-20. Learn why 7,120+ clients trust CNS.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
Montreal to Rimouski Moving Costs — Transparent, Binding Pricing
The first question everyone asks: how much does it cost to move from Montreal to Rimouski? Here are the real numbers from CNS Logistics. Every quote is binding — the price you approve is the price you pay. No fuel surcharges, no surprise fees, no hidden costs. Prices reflect the 550 km distance, single-day logistics, and professional crew costs.
| Move Type | Price Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1-Bedroom | $2,500–$3,500 | Small apartments, bachelor units, and student relocations — ideal for UQAR students and young professionals moving to Rimouski |
| 2–3 Bedroom | $3,500–$5,000 | Standard apartment or small house with living room, home office, kitchen contents, and bedroom sets — 400 to 800 cubic feet |
| 4+ Bedroom / House | $5,000–$7,500 | Family home with garage items, basement contents, and children's furniture — 800 to 1,400 cubic feet |
| Partial / Student Move | $1,200–$2,500 | Partial loads, student moves to UQAR, single-room relocations, and small shipments to the Bas-Saint-Laurent region |
What drives Rimouski move pricing: The 550 km distance is the primary cost driver, compounded by fuel for the 1,100 km round trip (the truck returns empty to Montreal), a full day of crew time including loading, driving, unloading, and the return trip, wear and equipment costs for a long single-day operation, and seasonal demand variations. Summer peak season (June through August) adds 15 to 25 percent to base pricing, while the UQAR September intake creates a secondary shoulder season.
CNS transparency: Every written binding estimate includes fuel, crew time, insurance, loading, 550 km transport, and unloading at your Rimouski address. The price you approve is the price you pay — no surprises at delivery, no fuel surcharges, no hidden fees. Employer relocation reimbursement documentation and academic institution move paperwork are formatted to meet standard submission requirements.
REAL-TIME GPS TRACKING
Track Your Montreal→Rimouski Move Along the St. Lawrence
550 km along the south shore of the St. Lawrence — tracked every 30 seconds, every kilometre, from Montreal to the Bas-Saint-Laurent.
When your truck departs from our Saint-Laurent facility, you receive a secure tracking link via email and SMS. Open it on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — and watch your belongings travel 550 km east along the St. Lawrence in real time. See the truck pass through Quebec City, continue past La Pocatière and Rivière-du-Loup, and arrive at your Rimouski address. Every movement along the A-20 East corridor is logged and visible to you from departure to delivery.
Live position updates every 30 seconds. Real-time ETA calculations that adjust for traffic, weather, and construction zones along the A-20 East. Speed and direction data visible on your tracking dashboard. On a 550 km single-day move, this level of visibility lets you coordinate your day perfectly — know exactly when the truck passes Quebec City, when it reaches Rivière-du-Loup, and when it is 30 minutes from your Rimouski home. Plan your key handoff, arrange your parking, and be ready when the crew arrives.
The only Montreal mover with real-time GPS tracking on every Rimouski-bound truck — from Saint-Laurent to the Bas-Saint-Laurent.
CNS Fleet Tracking
Montreal → Rimouski Corridor
Vehicle Status
CNS-MTL-09
REAL-TIME DATA
Speed
~105 km/h
Direction
East on A-20
Last update: 8 seconds ago
CURRENT POSITION
Near Rimouski, QC — A-20 East / Route 132
48.4489° N, 68.5234° W
MOVE DETAILS
Origin
Saint-Laurent, QC (H4L)
Destination
Rimouski, QC (G5L)
Distance
550 km total — ~480 km completed, ~70 km remaining
ETA
2:15 PM today
TIMELINE
06:30
Loading completed at Saint-Laurent facility
07:00
Departed Saint-Laurent — GPS tracking activated
09:45
Passed Quebec City / Lévis — A-20 East continuing
11:30
Passed Rivière-du-Loup — entering Bas-Saint-Laurent
~13:00
Approaching Rimouski — A-20 East / Route 132
~14:15
Estimated arrival — Rimouski, QC
BAS-SAINT-LAURENT DELIVERY
Rimouski & Bas-Saint-Laurent Delivery — Every Community, Every Building Type
From downtown Rimouski and the UQAR campus to family homes in Rivière-du-Loup and waterfront properties in Matane, CNS delivers across the entire Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
Rimouski
🏙️ The regional capital of the Bas-Saint-Laurent and eastern Quebec's largest service centre. Home to the Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR), the Cégep de Rimouski, and the prestigious Institut maritime du Québec — the only French-language maritime training institution in the Americas. The city also hosts the Institut Maurice-Lamontagne, a major federal marine sciences research centre, and the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent regional health authority headquarters. Housing ranges from modern apartments near the UQAR campus and downtown condominiums along the St. Lawrence waterfront to established family homes in residential neighbourhoods like Rimouski-Est and Sainte-Odile. With approximately 50,000 residents in the metropolitan area, Rimouski offers genuine urban amenities — restaurants, cultural venues, shopping, and healthcare — while maintaining a small-city pace of life that draws remote workers, academics, and returning Bas-Saint-Laurent natives. CNS crews deliver to Rimouski regularly and are familiar with building access, campus move-in protocols, and downtown parking restrictions.
Rivière-du-Loup
🌊 A major service centre roughly 4 hours east of Montreal and the traditional gateway to the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Rivière-du-Loup sits at the crossroads of the A-20 and Route 185, making it a strategic hub for transportation, commerce, and tourism. The town of approximately 20,000 residents offers a full complement of services: hospital, Cégep de Rivière-du-Loup, shopping, and a vibrant downtown core. Housing is significantly more affordable than Montreal, with detached family homes, older character properties in the town centre, and newer subdivisions on the outskirts. Rivière-du-Loup is a popular choice for families seeking affordability, safety, and proximity to nature — whale watching on the St. Lawrence, cross-country skiing, and access to the Témiscouata region are all at the doorstep. CNS delivers to Rivière-du-Loup as a standard stop on the A-20 East corridor, with straightforward truck access throughout the town.
Trois-Pistoles
⛪ A charming small town of approximately 3,500 residents situated between Rivière-du-Loup and Rimouski on the south shore of the St. Lawrence. Trois-Pistoles is known for its stunning heritage architecture, including the iconic Notre-Dame-des-Neiges church — one of the most photographed churches in Quebec. The town offers a deeply francophone cultural experience, affordable housing in heritage properties and modest family homes, and a pace of life that is genuinely unhurried. Artists, writers, retirees, and remote workers are drawn to Trois-Pistoles for its authenticity and beauty. Housing costs are among the lowest in the St. Lawrence corridor, making it attractive for first-time buyers and anyone seeking maximum value. CNS delivers to Trois-Pistoles on all Rimouski-bound runs — the town sits directly on the A-20 route.
Matane
🦐 Known as the shrimp capital of Quebec, Matane sits approximately 100 km east of Rimouski at the mouth of the Matane River where it meets the St. Lawrence. This town of roughly 14,000 residents is a working fishing port, a regional service centre for the eastern Gaspé coast, and the departure point for the Matane-Baie-Comeau-Godbout ferry connecting the south shore to the Côte-Nord. Housing is very affordable — detached family homes and waterfront properties cost a fraction of Montreal prices. Matane attracts outdoor enthusiasts, retirees, and professionals in the marine and natural resource sectors. The ferry connection to the Côte-Nord can add $75 to $150 to move costs if your final destination requires a crossing. CNS delivers to Matane as an extended service on the Rimouski corridor — add approximately 1 hour beyond Rimouski for delivery.
Amqui / Vallée de la Matapédia
🏔️ Tucked inland in the stunning Matapédia Valley between the Chic-Chocs mountains and the Appalachian foothills, Amqui is the service centre for one of Quebec's most beautiful and affordable regions. The Matapédia Valley is world-famous for Atlantic salmon fishing on the Matapédia and Causapscal rivers, and the surrounding forests offer hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, and a four-season outdoor lifestyle. The town of approximately 6,000 residents provides essential services — hospital, schools, shopping — in a deeply rural and francophone setting. Housing is among the most affordable anywhere in Quebec, with large family homes and rural properties available at prices that would not cover a Montreal parking space. Amqui attracts retirees, outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers seeking radical affordability, and returning natives of the Matapédia Valley. CNS delivers to Amqui via Route 132 East from Rimouski or Route 195 South — add approximately 1.5 hours beyond Rimouski for delivery.
Mont-Joli
🛩️ A small town of approximately 6,500 residents located 30 km west of Rimouski along the A-20, Mont-Joli serves as a practical and affordable alternative to Rimouski itself. The town is home to a regional airport with scheduled service, making it convenient for professionals who travel frequently. Mont-Joli offers a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with all essential services, a small but active commercial district, and housing prices well below Rimouski's already modest levels. The proximity to Rimouski means residents enjoy access to the larger city's hospitals, university, and cultural amenities while benefiting from Mont-Joli's lower cost of living and smaller-town pace. CNS delivers to Mont-Joli on every Rimouski-bound run — the town sits directly on the A-20, just 20 minutes before Rimouski.
La Pocatière / Kamouraska
🎨 Located approximately midway between Quebec City and Rivière-du-Loup, the Kamouraska county and its anchor town of La Pocatière represent one of Quebec's most culturally rich rural regions. La Pocatière is home to the Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec and the Cégep de La Pocatière, giving the small town an academic character. The broader Kamouraska region — including the picturesque village of Kamouraska itself — is renowned for agrotourism, artisanal food production, heritage architecture, and a thriving arts community. Properties range from restored heritage homes with St. Lawrence views to modest family dwellings and rural farmsteads. The region attracts artists, foodies, remote professionals, and retirees seeking beauty, culture, and affordability outside the major centres. CNS delivers throughout the Kamouraska region as a standard part of the A-20 East corridor — La Pocatière sits directly on the highway approximately 1.5 hours before Rimouski.
WHY RIMOUSKI
Why People Move from Montreal to Rimouski
Rimouski is the regional capital of the Bas-Saint-Laurent, a growing university town, and a destination for people seeking an exceptional quality of life along the St. Lawrence. Here are the four most common reasons people relocate from Montreal to Rimouski.
UQAR & Academics
The Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR) is the anchor institution of eastern Quebec's academic and research ecosystem, with more than 7,000 students and a faculty that draws researchers from across Canada and internationally. UQAR's programs in marine sciences, northern development, and coastal studies are nationally recognized, and the university's partnerships with the Institut Maurice-Lamontagne (Fisheries and Oceans Canada) and the Institut des sciences de la mer create a unique academic cluster. The Cégep de Rimouski and the Institut maritime du Québec add to the educational infrastructure, bringing instructors, administrators, and support staff who relocate from Montreal and other major centres. CNS Logistics handles academic relocations on this corridor regularly — we provide documentation for employer relocation reimbursement and coordinate timing around semester schedules. Faculty, researchers, and academic staff moving to Rimouski can count on CNS for precise, tracked, fully insured service.
Returning Home to the Bas-Saint-Laurent
A significant portion of Montreal-to-Rimouski moves are homecomings. Thousands of Bas-Saint-Laurent natives move to Montreal for university, career opportunities, or the urban experience — and many eventually return. The pull of family, familiar landscapes, the St. Lawrence coast, and a pace of life that Montreal cannot replicate draws people back to the region, often in their 30s and 40s after establishing careers that can be done remotely or after securing positions in the regional economy. The rise of remote work since 2020 has accelerated this reverse migration dramatically. CNS sees this pattern every season: families who left the BSL as young adults returning with children, a remote career, and a desire to raise their family where they grew up. These are emotional moves, and we handle them with care and understanding.
Lifestyle Migration — Remote Work & the St. Lawrence Coast
Rimouski offers something Montreal cannot: daily life on the south shore of the St. Lawrence, where the river is so wide it looks like the sea. Sunsets over the water, coastal hiking, kayaking, whale watching excursions to the marine park, and a four-season outdoor lifestyle that includes world-class cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. The cost of living is dramatically lower than Montreal — a family home in Rimouski costs a fraction of an equivalent property in any Montreal neighbourhood. The explosion of remote work has made this trade-off accessible to professionals who previously needed to be in Montreal for their careers. Software developers, consultants, writers, designers, and professionals in dozens of fields are making the move, keeping their Montreal salaries while living in a 3-bedroom home with a St. Lawrence view for less than their Montreal rent. CNS Logistics facilitates these lifestyle migrations with full-service, GPS-tracked moves that make the 550 km distance feel manageable.
Government & Healthcare — Regional Institutions
Rimouski is the administrative capital of the Bas-Saint-Laurent, hosting regional offices for numerous Quebec government ministries, federal agencies, and the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent — the regional health and social services authority. The Institut Maurice-Lamontagne, a major Fisheries and Oceans Canada research facility specializing in marine sciences, employs researchers and technicians who relocate from across the country. The regional hospital centre, Hôpital régional de Rimouski, recruits healthcare professionals — doctors, nurses, specialists, and allied health workers — from Montreal and other urban centres, often with relocation incentives. Government transfers and healthcare recruitment drive a steady flow of professional relocations to Rimouski. CNS Logistics provides all documentation needed for employer relocation expense claims and government transfer paperwork.
STEP BY STEP
How Your Montreal to Rimouski Move Works — Step by Step
From first call to final walkthrough, here is exactly what happens during your Montreal to Rimouski move with CNS Logistics. A 550 km single-day relocation along the St. Lawrence south shore, planned and executed with precision.
Free Quote
Contact CNS by phone, video call, or online form. We assess volume, access at both locations, special items, and your preferred timeline. You receive a written, binding quote within 24 hours. Rimouski moves require careful planning — the 550 km distance and single-day execution mean loading must be efficient and departure time must be early enough to allow a full afternoon unloading window in Rimouski. Every variable is accounted for upfront. No surprises at delivery.
Schedule
Pick your move date and lock in your binding price. For peak summer season (June through August), book 6 to 8 weeks ahead — the Bas-Saint-Laurent corridor is popular during summer and the UQAR September move-in period. Off-peak, 3 to 4 weeks is usually sufficient. Your dedicated move coordinator handles all logistics including building access coordination at both your Montreal origin and Rimouski destination.
Pack
A CNS crew arrives at your Montreal home to professionally pack everything with moving blankets and protective materials. For a 550 km highway journey, proper packing protects against road vibration, sudden braking, and the physical demands of a full day of transport. Custom crating for fragile items, reinforced wrapping for furniture, and systematic labelling for efficient unloading in Rimouski. Complete inventory documentation for tracking, insurance, and employer relocation reimbursement.
Load
Systematic loading onto a dedicated truck. All furniture is wrapped with professional blankets, floors are protected with runners, doorframes are padded, and every item is checked against the inventory manifest. The truck is loaded strategically for the 550 km journey — weight distribution, securing against movement, and organizing for efficient unloading at your Rimouski address. GPS tracking activates the moment the truck departs.
Transport
Single-day drive via the A-20 East (Autoroute Jean-Lesage), GPS tracked every 30 seconds. The truck departs Montreal early morning, passes through Quebec City by mid-morning, continues through La Pocatière and Rivière-du-Loup, and arrives in Rimouski by early to mid-afternoon. You track the truck live on your phone the entire way. No shared shipments — one truck, one client, one destination.
Deliver
The same crew that loaded in Montreal arrives at your Rimouski address in the early afternoon. Furniture placed room by room per your instructions, beds reassembled, boxes placed in designated rooms. For apartment buildings near the UQAR campus, elevator and loading access is pre-coordinated. For family homes in Rimouski's residential neighbourhoods, crews handle driveway logistics and garage placement. Final walkthrough with you before sign-off.
Follow-Up
Post-move check-in within 48 hours to ensure complete satisfaction. We verify that every item on the inventory checklist arrived safely and is placed correctly. Damage claim process available if needed. Unpacking services available on request. All invoices and documentation provided for employer relocation reimbursement, academic institution claims, and government transfer expense reports. CNS does not consider a move complete until you confirm everything is right.
AI-POWERED ASSISTANCE
Questions About Your Rimouski Move? Ask Our AI — 24/7, Bilingual
The only AI assistant in the Montreal moving industry — exclusively trained on long-distance moving logistics, Bas-Saint-Laurent delivery routes, UQAR move-in requirements, seasonal pricing patterns, and CNS's route-specific pricing for the Montreal→Rimouski corridor. Ask about costs, timelines, Rivière-du-Loup deliveries, Matane extensions, student moves, or anything related to your 550 km relocation.
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UQAR STUDENT MOVING
UQAR Student Moves — 7,000+ Students, Dedicated Service
CNS Student Route System: UQAR welcomes over 7,000 students each year, and a significant number relocate from Montreal and the greater Montreal area. CNS Logistics operates the CNS Student Route System on the Montreal-to-Rimouski corridor — scheduled departures specifically designed for student move volumes and budgets. Partial loads, shared truck options, and student-specific pricing make the 550 km move affordable for students on tight budgets. The Student Route System runs during peak intake (August-September) and end-of-year (April-May) periods with predictable scheduling you can plan around.
Sunday–Tuesday Service: Student moves on the Rimouski corridor run on a Sunday through Tuesday schedule during peak student season (August through September). This avoids weekend traffic congestion through the Quebec City region and ensures students arrive with time to settle before classes begin. Book early for the September rush — UQAR move-in dates are concentrated in a narrow window and truck capacity fills quickly. The Sunday-Tuesday window also offers lower rates than mid-week departures during peak periods.
What Students Need to Know: UQAR campus residences and off-campus housing in downtown Rimouski have specific access requirements — loading zones, elevator schedules, and parking restrictions vary by building. CNS crews are familiar with UQAR-area delivery logistics and coordinate access in advance. Students sharing an apartment can combine shipments to split costs. All student moves include the same GPS tracking, insurance coverage, and professional handling as full-service residential moves. Student pricing starts from $1,200 for partial loads.
Getting around Rimouski: Unlike Montreal, a car is highly recommended in Rimouski and the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Public transit is limited compared to the STM network. Many UQAR students bring a vehicle or arrange carpools for regional travel.
ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDE
Moving from Montreal to Rimouski — What You Need to Update
Hydro-Québec Transfer
Contact Hydro-Québec to close your Montreal account and open a new one at your Rimouski address. This can be done online or by phone. Schedule the transfer to coincide with your move date to avoid service gaps. Rimouski is served by the same Hydro-Québec network — the process is a standard intra-provincial address change with no provider switch required.
SAAQ Address Update (Within 30 Days)
Quebec law requires you to update your address with the SAAQ within 30 days of moving. This applies to your driver's licence and vehicle registration. The update can be done online through the SAAQ portal, by phone, or at a local SAAQ service point in Rimouski. Since you are staying within Quebec, no licence exchange is required — it is a simple address change.
Revenu Québec Address Update
Update your address with Revenu Québec for provincial tax purposes. This can be done through your My Account online portal or by contacting Revenu Québec directly. Your tax situation remains unchanged as an intra-provincial move, but your address must be current for correspondence, tax returns, and any benefit payments. If your move is work-related, you may be eligible for the federal moving expense deduction.
Canada Post Mail Forwarding
Set up Canada Post mail forwarding at least 2 weeks before your move. This redirects all mail from your Montreal address to your Rimouski address for up to 12 months. Update your address directly with banks, credit cards, CRA, employers, and insurance providers. Mail forwarding catches anything you miss during the transition.
Internet/TV Provider — Limited Options in Rimouski vs Montreal
Internet and television options in Rimouski are more limited than in Montreal. Check availability from your current provider before assuming you can keep the same service. Vidéotron, Telus, and Bell have varying coverage in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, and speeds available in Rimouski may differ significantly from what you had in Montreal. Research providers and schedule installation for your move-in date to avoid gaps in connectivity — this is one of the practical differences that catches Montreal transplants off guard.
Medical Clinic — RAMQ Remains Valid, Find a New Family Doctor
Your RAMQ health card remains fully valid throughout Quebec, so there is no insurance change required for an intra-provincial move. However, you will need to find a new family doctor in Rimouski. Register with the GAMF (Guichet d'accès à un médecin de famille) for the Bas-Saint-Laurent region as soon as possible after your move. Wait times for a family doctor in Rimouski can be shorter than in Montreal, but availability varies. Walk-in clinics and the Centre hospitalier régional de Rimouski provide interim care while you wait for a family physician assignment.
Insurance — Update Home Insurance for New Address
Contact your home or tenant insurance provider to update your address. Premiums may change when moving from Montreal to Rimouski — in many cases, rates decrease due to lower property values and reduced urban risk factors. Ensure your policy is updated before the move date so coverage is active at your new Rimouski address from day one. If you are purchasing a home in Rimouski, arrange mortgage insurance and homeowner coverage well before closing.
CNS Logistics has helped hundreds of families navigate the Montreal-to-Rimouski intra-provincial move. Since you are staying within Quebec, the administrative requirements are simpler than an interprovincial move — no licence exchange, no health card switch, no vehicle re-registration. Ask us about the details during your free consultation.
EVERY MOVE INCLUDES
Every Montreal to Rimouski Move Includes
STORAGE BRIDGE
When Dates Don't Align — Montreal Storage for Rimouski Moves
At 550 km, a second trip doubles the cost. If your Montreal lease ends before your Rimouski home is ready, CNS offers secure storage bridging at our Montreal facility. Your belongings stay padded, inventoried, and insured until the Rimouski delivery date is confirmed. When your new address is ready, we dispatch the same dedicated truck on the same A-20 East route — no re-packing, no re-inventorying, no additional handling. The 550 km distance makes storage planning especially important: unlike a local move where you can grab forgotten items, once the truck leaves for Rimouski, that is it. Pack everything, store what is needed, and deliver in one trip.
UQAR academic appointments and government transfers frequently involve timing gaps between the start date and housing availability in Rimouski. CNS coordinates storage-to-delivery seamlessly — your belongings remain in our secure, climate-controlled facility until your Rimouski housing is confirmed. Monthly storage rates are competitive, and the inventory and insurance coverage remain active throughout the storage period. When ready, we schedule the single-day delivery to Rimouski with the same care and tracking as a direct move.
SEASONAL RATES
When to Move — Seasonal Pricing Montreal to Rimouski
| Season | 2-Bedroom Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Peak (Jun–Aug) | From $4,025 | Highest demand — July 1 is Quebec moving day, book 6–8 weeks ahead for guaranteed availability |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | From $3,500 | Moderate rates — UQAR student season in September drives a secondary demand spike on the Rimouski corridor |
| Winter (Dec–Mar) | From $2,625 | -15–25% savings — best rates of the year, experienced winter crews for A-20 conditions |
| Spring (Apr–May) | From $3,500 | Moderate rates — demand rising toward summer, book early for peak season availability |
Pro tip: If your timeline is flexible, moving mid-week (Tuesday through Thursday) between December and March gets you the best possible rate on the Montreal→Rimouski corridor. UQAR faculty and staff should book early for the August-September window — the academic intake period creates concentrated demand. The July 1 Quebec moving day period fills up across all corridors — book 6 to 8 weeks ahead if you must move during that window.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Montreal to Rimouski Moving FAQ
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