How long it takes to pack for a move varies depending on your home size. A typical 1 bedroom apartment usually takes 1-2 days to pack by yourself. At the other end of the spectrum, a typical 5 bedroom house usually takes 5-7 days to pack. If you hire experienced movers to pack for you, it will take them 2-4 hours to pack a typical 1 bedroom apartment and 10-12 hours to pack a 5 bedroom house.