A short highway hop
From Rampur, NH 9 runs west through farmland and sugarcane fields, past the turnings to Milak and Bilaspur, and crosses the Ramganga into Moradabad. It's a four-lane highway with heavy traffic between Delhi and Lucknow, but the drive takes well under an hour once the truck is loaded.
Leaving Rampur
In the old city around the Qila and the bazaars, the truck may need to park on a wider road. Civil Lines and the highway colonies are easier. Old houses with courtyards may need large pieces dismantled.
Where in Moradabad
Moradabad's old city around the brass markets is crowded with narrow lanes. Civil Lines, Ram Ganga Vihar, Buddhi Vihar, Deen Dayal Nagar and the colonies along the Delhi road have most of the newer houses and apartments. Give the exact address and a landmark.
Moradabad homes
Most homes are independent houses with stairs; newer apartment buildings want the move registered and a lift booked. Tell your mover which applies.
Why people make this move
Moradabad's brass and handicraft export industry, its railway division, hospitals and colleges draw many Rampur families. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Season
Both cities are very hot from April to June and foggy in December and January. October to November and February to March usually suit this route best.
Festivals
Eid, Muharram, Diwali, Holi and the wedding season crowd both cities. Choose a date clear of them.
Students
A student moving to a Moradabad college usually needs only a few-items move. Check the hostel's dates first.
Packing brass
Brass and metal handicrafts are heavy and scratch easily. Ask for each piece to be wrapped in cloth or paper and packed tightly in strong cartons marked heavy.
Railway colonies
Moradabad is a railway division headquarters, and railway quarters need an allotment letter and a handover. Share the dates with your mover.
Two-wheelers
On a route this short, many people ride their scooter or motorcycle over. If it goes in the truck, it should be wrapped and listed separately. Our bike transport service page explains the options.
Export stock
If you're moving handicraft or export stock along with your home, list it separately on the quote; business goods usually need their own invoice.
Keeping the Rampur house
Many families keep their Rampur home after moving, since the cities are so close. Decide in advance what stays, and leave the house locked with someone to check on it.
Settling in
In Moradabad, ask how the water supply works and whether there's a submersible pump, check the inverter, and book internet early. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the official records to update.
The Ramganga bridge
The bridge over the Ramganga at Moradabad's edge can be slow when trucks queue. A mid-morning crossing is usually quickest.
Brass city landmarks
Moradabad's brass export houses and showrooms line the Delhi road and Civil Lines; they make useful landmarks.